Medieval History PYQ 85 of 123 · Mughal Emperors · Jahangir

Pachchikari/Parchinkari (Pietra dura) is related to which of the following?

  1. ADecorating the walls with floral designs made of semi-precious stones
  2. BBuilding sloping walls in Minarets
  3. CUse of arches in construction
  4. DUse of marble in buildings
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (a) Decorating the walls with floral designs made of semi-precious stones

Explanation

Pachchikari/Parchinkari (pietra dura) is related to making floral designs by inlaying semi-precious stones into walls. It should be noted that in India, pietra dura inlay work was first carried out in the tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah. This tomb was built by Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir.

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