Identify the building of Vijayanagara about which the following remark is made: 'Notice the arches. These were probably inspired by Indo-Islamic techniques.'
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Lotus Mahal
Option (1) Mahanavami dibba — Incorrect. The mahanavami dibba is a massive platform linked with the Mahanavami festival. The remark on arches is not about it.
Option (2) Lotus Mahal — Correct. The remark comes with the elevation drawing of the Lotus Mahal. Its arches were probably inspired by Indo-Islamic techniques, a mix of styles seen in the royal centre.
Option (3) Hazara Rama temple — Incorrect. The Hazara Rama temple is a shrine in the royal centre, known for its carved panels. The note on arches belongs to another building.
Option (4) Virupaksha temple — Incorrect. The Virupaksha temple is the main shrine of the sacred centre, known for its gopurams. The remark on arches belongs to a royal centre building.
NCERT (2026-27): “4.2 Other buildings in the royal centre “An elevation is a vertical view of any object or structure. It gives you an idea of features that cannot be seen in a photograph. Notice the arches. These were probably inspired by Indo-Islamic techniques.” |