Which structural feature characterizes the architecture of the Tughlaq period, especially prominent in the tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which structural feature characterizes the architecture of the Tughlaq period, especially prominent in the tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq?
A. Tall decorative minarets at the corners
B. Sloping or battered walls (Batter)
C. Intricate Pietra Dura work
D. Double domes with marble veneer
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Tughlaq architecture is visually striking due to its thick, sloping walls (known as 'batter') which gave a rugged look and structural stability to their forts and tombs.

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