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Indian Architecture and Urban Art: Famous Architects

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about famous architects in Indian architecture and urban art.
Number of Questions: 15
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Who is known as the father of modern Indian architecture?

  1. Le Corbusier

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Raj Rewal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Balkrishna Doshi is widely regarded as the father of modern Indian architecture for his pioneering work in the field.

Which architect designed the iconic Lotus Temple in New Delhi?

  1. Fariburz Sahba

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Laurie Baker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fariburz Sahba, an Iranian-born architect, designed the Lotus Temple, which is known for its unique flower-like shape.

Who is known for his innovative use of low-cost materials and sustainable design principles?

  1. Charles Correa

  2. Laurie Baker

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Balkrishna Doshi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Laurie Baker is renowned for his use of low-cost materials and sustainable design principles, particularly in his work in Kerala.

Which architect designed the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campus in New Delhi?

  1. Raj Rewal

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raj Rewal designed the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campus in New Delhi, known for its striking contemporary architecture.

Who is known for his work in urban planning and the development of new towns in India?

  1. Charles Correa

  2. Balkrishna Doshi

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charles Correa is known for his work in urban planning and the development of new towns in India, including Navi Mumbai.

Which architect designed the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) campus in Ahmedabad?

  1. Balkrishna Doshi

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Laurie Baker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Balkrishna Doshi designed the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) campus in Ahmedabad, which is considered a landmark of modern Indian architecture.

Who is known for his work in vernacular architecture and the use of traditional building techniques?

  1. Laurie Baker

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Balkrishna Doshi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Laurie Baker is known for his work in vernacular architecture and the use of traditional building techniques, particularly in his work in Kerala.

Which architect designed the Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur?

  1. Charles Correa

  2. Raj Rewal

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charles Correa designed the Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur, a cultural center known for its unique architectural design.

Who is known for his work in sustainable architecture and the use of eco-friendly materials?

  1. Raj Rewal

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Laurie Baker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raj Rewal is known for his work in sustainable architecture and the use of eco-friendly materials, particularly in his work in Auroville.

Which architect designed the Vidhan Bhavan in Bhopal?

  1. Charles Correa

  2. Raj Rewal

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charles Correa designed the Vidhan Bhavan in Bhopal, the state legislative assembly building known for its striking architectural features.

Who is known for his work in post-modern architecture and the use of bold colors and geometric forms?

  1. Raj Rewal

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raj Rewal is known for his work in post-modern architecture and the use of bold colors and geometric forms, particularly in his work in Delhi.

Which architect designed the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad?

  1. Balkrishna Doshi

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Raj Rewal designed the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, known for its innovative design and use of natural light.

Who is known for his work in landscape architecture and the design of public spaces?

  1. Charles Correa

  2. Raj Rewal

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Laurie Baker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charles Correa is known for his work in landscape architecture and the design of public spaces, particularly in his work in Mumbai.

Which architect designed the Indian Habitat Centre in New Delhi?

  1. Raj Rewal

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Balkrishna Doshi

  4. Fariburz Sahba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raj Rewal designed the Indian Habitat Centre in New Delhi, a cultural and convention center known for its unique architectural design.

Who is known for his work in conservation architecture and the restoration of historical buildings?

  1. Laurie Baker

  2. Charles Correa

  3. Raj Rewal

  4. Balkrishna Doshi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Laurie Baker is known for his work in conservation architecture and the restoration of historical buildings, particularly in his work in Kerala.

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