The fine architectural element called the 'Ogee Arch' and the distinct octagonal plan for tombs became widely popular during the rule of which dynasty? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The fine architectural element called the 'Ogee Arch' and the distinct octagonal plan for tombs became widely popular during the rule of which dynasty?
A. The Sayyid and Lodi Dynasties
B. The Tughlaq Dynasty
C. The early Mughal Phase
D. The Khalji Dynasty
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Sayyid and Lodi periods are famous for introducing octagonal plans for royal tombs (like the tomb of Sikandar Lodi), a design style surrounded by spacious verandas.

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Question #1
The dynamic tripartite struggle for supremacy over Kanauj in the early medieval period involved which of the following three dynasties?
A. Palas, Pratiharas, and Rashtrakutas
B. Palas, Chandelas, and Rashtrakutas
C. Palas, Pratiharas, and Cholas
D. Pratiharas, Rashtrakutas, and Cholas

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Tripartite struggle was fought between the Palas of Bengal, the Gurjara-Pratiharas of Malwa, and the Rashtrakutas of the Deccan for control over the strategic and affluent city of Kanauj.

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Question #2
Which ruler constructed the Alai Darwaza?
A. Alauddin Khilji
B. Iltutmish
C. Balban
D. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Alauddin Khilji built the Alai Darwaza at the Qutub complex.

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Question #3
The 'Bahmani' sultanate was eventually replaced by:
A. The Mughal empire
B. The Deccan sultanates
C. The Maratha empire
D. The Vijayanagara

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Bahmani broke into five sultanates.

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