Indo-Islamic Architecture — Prelims Questions

Which of the following architectural features is NOT typically associated with the early Indo-Islamic period (Delhi Sultanate)?

Consider the following statements regarding the Qutub Minar Complex: 1. The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque was built using materials from demolished Hindu and Jain temples. 2. The Alai Darwaza, a gateway to the mosque, features the earliest example of a true arch in India. 3. The Qutub Minar itself was primarily conceived as a minaret for the call to prayer from its inception. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The 'batter' (sloping walls) and robust, austere construction style are characteristic features of which Delhi Sultanate dynasty's architecture?

Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'spolia' in early Indo-Islamic architecture?

Consider the following pairs of Indo-Islamic monuments and their associated architectural features: 1. Qutub Minar: Fluted tapering tower 2. Alai Darwaza: Perfect horseshoe arch 3. Tomb of Iltutmish: Extensive use of Pietra Dura Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?