Elements used for decoration by the Delhi Sultanate in their arches - Art & Culture

Q.  Which of the following elements were used for decoration by the Delhi Sultanate in their arches?

1) Animal figures
2) Human figures
3) Verses of Quran
4) Scrolls of flowers

- Published on 14 Aug 15

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

ANSWER: Only 3 and 4
 
Animal and human figures were considered un-Islamic. Calligraphy was used in a major way for decoration.

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