Characteristics of Neo-Gothic architecture - Art & Culture
Q. Which of the following statement/s is/are correct regarding Neo-Gothic?
1) Its characterized by high-pitched roofs, pointed arches and detailed decoration.
2) Indian merchants were not happy to adopt the neo-Gothic style and stressed on indigenous designs and architecture.- Published on 17 Aug 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
ANSWER: Only 1
Another style that was extensively used was the neo-Gothic which had its roots in
buildings, especially churches, built in northern Europe during the medieval period. An impressive group of buildings facing the seafront including the Secretariat, University of Bombay, High
Court and Victoria Terminus were all built in this style. Indian merchants were happy to adopt the neo-Gothic style since they believed that building styles, like many ideas brought in by the English, were progressive and would help make Bombay into a modern city.
