Question

Estimate the Contribution of Mughal rulers towards art and architecture.

Answer 1

All the Mughal Emperors show their keen interest in Art and Architecture.
1. Babur:

1. Babur introduced the Persian style of architecture in India.
2. He built many structures at Agra. Biana, Dholpur Gwalior, and Kiul.

2. Humayun:
Humayun built his royal palace Din-i-Panah and Delhi.

3. Akbar:
The Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am, Panch – Mahal, Rang Mahal, Salim Chishti’s Tomb, and Buland Darwaza were built during Akbar’s time.

4. Jahangir:
Akbar’s tomb at Sikandara, Tomb of Itmad-ud-doula at Agra (father of Nur Jahan) was built by Jahangir.

5. Shahjahan:
The famous Peacock throne, Tajmahal, Moti Masjid, Pearl Mosque at Agra, Red Fort, Jamma Masjid of Delhi, Diwan-i-Khas, and Diwan-i-am in Delhi were built by Shah Jahan.

6. Aurangzeb:

1. The Bibi ka Maqbara a mausoleum was built during Aurangzeb. period.
2. Shahjahan’s Period witnessed the Mughal splendor in architecture.