Shah Jahan’s patronage of building including the Taj Mahal and his new capital in Delhi (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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Who was Mumtaz Mahal?
Who was Mumtaz Mahal?
Shah Jahan's second wife and mother of 14 children.
What did Shah Jahan build for Mumtaz Mahal?
What did Shah Jahan build for Mumtaz Mahal?
The Taj Mahal, a mausoleum to commemorate her.
When did Mumtaz Mahal die?
When did Mumtaz Mahal die?
In 1631, during childbirth.
What is inscribed on the Taj Mahal's doorways?
What is inscribed on the Taj Mahal's doorways?
Texts from the Quran.
What precious stones are used in the Taj Mahal?
What precious stones are used in the Taj Mahal?
Onyx, jasper, cornelian, and lapis lazuli.
Who was the main architect of the Taj Mahal?
Who was the main architect of the Taj Mahal?
Ustad-Ahmad Lahori.
What is the function of a jawab in Islamic architecture?
What is the function of a jawab in Islamic architecture?
To create a dialogue with the mosque through reflection.
What new capital did Shah Jahan establish?
What new capital did Shah Jahan establish?
Shahjahanabad in Delhi.
What significant fortress did Shah Jahan build?
What significant fortress did Shah Jahan build?
The Red Fort in Delhi.
What throne did Shah Jahan sit on?
What throne did Shah Jahan sit on?
The Peacock throne, made of precious materials.