The historic 'Tomb of Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq' features a unique structural innovation in its walls. What is this trait? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic 'Tomb of Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq' features a unique structural innovation in its walls. What is this trait?
A. Hanging structural minarets
B. Sloping or battered walls (Battlement look)
C. Complete absence of corner pillars
D. Walls decorated with glazed blue Persian tiles
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tughlaq architecture introduced characteristic inward-sloping or battered exterior walls (known as 'slope architecture') to give extra stability to fort structures.

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Question #1
The unique five-story palace 'Hawa Mahal' in Jaipur has exactly how many small windows (jharokhas) decorated with intricate latticework?
A. 1053
B. 864
C. 953
D. 753

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Hawa Mahal, constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799, features 953 small casements called jharokhas to allow cool air to circulate.

Question #2
The Konark Sun Temple is designed as a chariot with how many stone wheels?
A. 8
B. 12
C. 16
D. 24

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Konark Sun Temple has 24 intricately carved stone wheels (12 pairs), each about 3 metres in diameter, symbolising the chariot of the Sun God.

Question #3
Which of these is a rock-cut cave complex with Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples?
A. Ajanta Caves
B. Bagh Caves
C. Ellora Caves
D. Elephanta Caves

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Ellora Caves showcase multiple religions' architecture.