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1.11: The Composite Culture: Bhakti Movement, Sufism and Influence of Christianity on Indian Society — History & Civics STD 9 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9History & Civics1.11: The Composite Culture: Bhakti Movement, Sufism and Influence of Christianity on Indian Society2 Marks
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What were the salient features of Indo-Islamic architecture?
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Islamic architecture added spaciousness, massiveness and majesty to the Indian architecture. The geometrical and floral designs with verses from Quran were another additional features to the buildings. The design of golden Kalash (the ornate lotus cresting) at the top of the temples was adopted by Muslims.

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