1.
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The unique feature was the use of the foreshortening technique in the buildings.
Statement II: Pietra-dura technique was the use of geometrical vegetal ornamentation.
Statement III: Arabesque method was used for the inlay of precious stones and gems into the stone walls.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A
2 and 3 only
B
1 and 3 only
C
1 and 2 only
D
1 only
Answer and explanation
Correct Answer: A — 2 and 3 only
The correct answer is 2 and 3 only. Arabesque refers to geometrical vegetal ornamentation, while pietra-dura is used for inlay of precious stones. Foreshortening was indeed used in Indo-Islamic architecture.