Which structural feature characterizes the architecture of the Tughlaq period, especially prominent in the tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq?
A. Double domes with marble veneer
B. Intricate Pietra Dura work
C. Tall decorative minarets at the corners
D. Sloping or battered walls (Batter)
Answer: Option D
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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