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Introduction
Explore the world of Islamic Art and Architecture through this CBSE Class 11 History Online Practice Test, based on Part B: Empires – Theme 4: The Central Islamic Lands. These NCERT-aligned MCQs help students understand how Islamic architecture and artistic traditions evolved under different dynasties.
From the magnificent Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem to the Great Mosque of Córdoba in Spain, Islamic architecture reflects unity, symmetry, and spiritual beauty. The use of calligraphy, arabesques, geometric designs, and domes demonstrates a unique blend of faith and creativity. Urban mosques, madrasas, palaces, and minarets illustrate the grandeur of Islamic civilization and its cultural synthesis across regions.
This online quiz includes 60 multiple-choice questions with automatic scoring, feedback, and explanations, providing a perfect resource for CBSE Class 11 board exam preparation. Strengthen your understanding of the artistic, architectural, and cultural achievements that defined the Islamic world.
Sample MCQs with Explanations
Q1. The mihrab in a mosque indicates the direction of:
A) Jerusalem B) Mecca C) Baghdad D) Damascus
✅ Answer: B) Mecca
Explanation: The mihrab is a niche in the mosque wall that shows the qibla, the direction Muslims face during prayer toward Mecca.
Q2. Which monument is one of the earliest examples of Islamic architecture?
A) Hagia Sophia B) Dome of the Rock C) Qutub Minar D) Alhambra
✅ Answer: B) Dome of the Rock
Explanation: Built in 691 CE in Jerusalem, the Dome of the Rock is an early masterpiece featuring Quranic inscriptions and a golden dome.
Q3. The Great Mosque of Córdoba is famous for its:
A) Gothic windows B) Double-tiered arches C) Stone domes D) Wooden ceilings
✅ Answer: B) Double-tiered arches
Explanation: The Córdoba Mosque in Spain showcases red and white horseshoe arches, symbolizing Umayyad architectural innovation.
Q4. Calligraphy became a key art form in Islamic architecture because:
A) It replaced sculpture and human imagery
B) It was easy to carve
C) It depicted rulers
D) It had no religious value
✅ Answer: A) It replaced sculpture and human imagery
Explanation: Due to aniconism in Islam, calligraphy and geometry became dominant in decoration, glorifying Quranic verses.
Q5. Which architectural element supports domes over square rooms?
A) Pendentive B) Column C) Flying buttress D) Squinch
✅ Answer: D) Squinch
Explanation: A squinch is an architectural device that allows a circular dome to rest on a square base, common in mosques and mausoleums.