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Question

Akbar’s buildings at Fatehpur Sikri are famous for

A synthesis of trabeate and arcuate styles.
B construction of the first bulbous dome in India.
C the use of marble on an extensive scale.
D frequent employment of pietra dura.

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [A]

Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. The complex of monuments and temples, all in a uniform architectural style, includes one of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid.

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