Turks - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   What is Arabesque?

a. A style of calligraphy of Arabs
b. A style of decoration of buildings used by Turks
c. A style of painting by introduced by Arabs
d. A style of painting by introduced by the Mughals
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: A style of decoration of buildings used by Turks

Explanation:
The Turks used geometrical and floral designs, combining them with panels of inscriptions containing verses from the Quran. The combination of these decorative devices was called Arabesque. They also freely borrowed Hindu motifs like bell motif, bel motif, swastika, lotus, etc.
2)   Which of the following architectural facets were introduced by the Turks?

1) Domes
2) Minarets
3) Arches
4) Decorations using the Arabic script

a. Only 1, 3 and 4
b. Only 1 and 4
c. Only 1, 2 and 3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:
The art and architecture of the Delhi Sultanate period was distinct from the Indian style. The Turks introduced arches, domes, lofty towers or minarets and decorations using the Arabic script. They used the skill of the Indian stone cutters. They also added color to their buildings by using marbles, red and yellow sand stones.

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