Notes and Study material for Exams
The Enduring Legacy of Stone: Architecture in Medieval India Medieval India, spanning roughly from the 6th to the 18th centuries, witnessed a remarkable flourishing of architectural styles, each reflecting the diverse cultural, religious, and political landscapes of the era. From the towering grandeur of Hindu temples to the intricate beauty of Mughal palaces, the architecture … Read more
The Delhi Sultanate basically refers to the Muslim rulers who ruled India through Delhi. This basically came into existence after Mohammed Ghori captured Delhi after defeating Prithviraj. After Prithviraj was captured, the Delhi Sultanate went into the hands of one of Ghori’s generals known as Qutub-ud-din Aibak. During the end of the 12th century, he … Read more
The Deccani style (Bijapur and Golconda) is a style of architecture that developed in the Deccan Plateau of India during the 16th and 17th centuries. It is characterized by its use of massive stone blocks, intricate geometric patterns, and bulbous domes. The style was influenced by both Islamic and Hindu architecture, and it is best … Read more
Contribution of Qutubshahis to Andhra History and Culture-Regional Literature- Praja Kavi -Vemana and others The history of India from the conquest of North India by Mohammed of Ghur in 1192 AD to the beginning of Mughal Empire in 1526 AD is usually considered the history of Delhi Sultanate. However, this sultanate was only … Read more
Andhra Pradesh- Contribution of Qutubshahis to Telugu language and Literature- Art-Architecture-Monuments:- The Qutb Shahi dynasty held sway over the Andhra country for about two hundred years from the early part of the 16th century to the end of the 17th century. Sultan Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of the dynasty, … Read more