Goa College of Architecture Second Year B. Arch. Examination Semester IV Date: 13/06/2022 Subject: History & Criticism H IV/02 Duration: 3 hours General Instructions: 5) 4) Answer the two sections in separate answer-books. ‘Answer all questions with suitable examples & neat sketches. In Section 1 Question no.l is compulsory and In Section 1 answer any two questions from Question no. 2,3 & 4 All weightages (in percent) are shown against the questions. Section 1 Write short notes on any two of the following: (20) a) Palaces in Mandu b) Renaissance houses in England ©) Militant architecture of Tughlaqabad d) Notre dame, Paris What are the important elements of Indo- Islamic architecture? Discuss with suitable examples. (as) Baroque style was greatly used for the counter-reformation. What are the important architectural features of the Baroque? Give examples of any two important buildings of this period. (a5) Describe with suitable examples the important architectural elements of Gothic architecture. as) Section 2 “Answer any three of the following using references, examples, and neat sketches, as required, to illustrate your answers (all questions carry equal weightage) (50) 3) Discuss the origins of Hindu temple architecture, and the context in which it arose. What were the inspirations for this early architecture? >) Describe the late or fully-developed forms of the Dravida temple, How did these temples influence urban development in their vicinity? ©) How are the Vastushastras related to Hindu temple architecture? Did they influence the designs? Explain with examples, 4 Explain the chronological development of Nagara temple architecture, Describe the various formal types that can be seen here, along with their similarities and differences. i @) What are aedicules? Discuss the ideas of Adam Hardy (2012) on the organic development of complex forms in Hindu temple architecture,Date: 06/05/2019 Duration: 3 hours . 1 Answer all questions with mples de neat sketches. In Section 1 Question no.1 is compulsory and In Section 1 answer any two questions from Question no. 2,3 & 4 & 5 5 Section 1 (20) 1+ Write short notes on any two of the following? a) Decorations in Islamic Architecture ») Palaces at Mandu ©) Westminster abbey and English renaissance (as) 2. Describe briefly the city layout of Fathepur Sikri with neat sketches. What were the important structural and architectural changes that were seen in Gothc architecture? Illustrate this through any important Gothic cathedral in France. (15) Andrea Palladio greatly contributed to the Villa designs in Italian renaissance architecture. Describe any two. as) What was the contribution of Baroque architecture in the Counter-Reformation movement? Describe any two important Baroque churches in Italy ) Section 2 1. Answer any four of the following: (all questions carry equal weightage) a) Discuss the contributions by the Early Chalukyas towards temple architecture. Sketch and describe some of the innovative shrine structures that arose in their capital cities of Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal. b) Describe the brief, and with the help of sketches, the Latina, Shekhari, Vallabhi, and Bhumija modes of Nagara temples. ©) Explain any five of the following parts of a temple, illustrating your answer with good sketches: i. Shikhara v. _ Urushringa ii, Jagati vi, Pradakshina-Patha iii Prakara vii, Deul iv. Mandapa d) What were the Vastushastras? What role did they play, if any, in the actual design or construction of temples? e) What is the meaning of the term Architecture Language, as explained by Adam Hardy in his article ‘Indian Temple Typologies’ (2012), and elsewhere? How do the Nagara and Dravida Architectural Languages differ?Goa Coll lege of Architecture eond Year B. Arch. Examination Semester IV Date: 03/07/2019 Ject History & Criticism H 1V/02 Duration: 3 hours — ” ‘General Instructions: Answer the two sections in separate answer-books Answer all questions with suitable examples 8 neat sketches, In Section 1104 x ion 1 Question mo.1 is compulsory and In Section 1 answer any two questions from Question no.2,3 64 6&5 Section 1 (20%) 1) Write short notes on any two of the following: a) “Piazzas’ of Italy built during the renaissance period. }) Qutb complex and the beginning of Indo-islamicate architecture ©) Notre Dame, Paris 2) What was the influence of traditional architecture on Indo-Islamic architecture in Gujarat. Describe the development of the mosque style in this region. 5%) 3) The tombs are an important part of Indo- Islamic architecture. Explain citing any two examples 45%) 4) English Decorated Gothic style displayed richly ornate interiors, Describe Flly’ or Wells Cathedral. (15%) 5) St. Paul's cathedral in England is one of the important edifices of English renaissance. Describe with neat sketches. (5%) Section 2 (50%) 1) Answer any three of the following: (all questions carry equal weightage) a) Discuss the early experiements in temple architecture at Aihole, Badami, and Pattadakal. Sketch and describe the Lad Khan, Durga, and Hucchimaligudi temples at Aihole and explain the significance of their very different designs. b) Answer the following: i. What are the chief characteristics of the Nagara and Dravida architectural, vocabularies? ii, With the help of examples from well-known sites like Orissa, Khajuraho, ‘Thanjavur and Pattadakal, explain the Latina and Shekhari modes of Nagara, and the Tamil and Karnata modes of Dravida. ©) Define any five of the following parts of a temple building, with the help of sketches: i. Gopuram, iv. Bhumi, vii, Mandapa, ii Amalaka, v. Adhistana, viii, Garbha-Griha. vi. Prakara, iii, Vimana, d) Explain how Hindu temple architecture is one of aedicules, as explained by Adam Hardy in his article Indian Temple Typologies (2012). How are the Nagara aedicules different from those of the Dravida? Explain with examples.' goa college of Architecture Ne oe aN subject: v 2 Duration: 3 hours 9 General Instructions: —— =e Me Answer the tivo sections in separate answver-books, it Answer all questions with suitable exaniples te meat sketches, , y , Section 1 1) Write short notes on any two of the follow a) Lodhi tombs ees ey b) Qutb Minar ©) Villa Rotunda, Vicenza, Italy. 2) Answer any two of the following, (30) a) How was the Islamic architecture in Gujarat influenced by the local building traditions? Explain with any two suitable examples. b) Explain with neat sketches the layout of Agra fort. What was the architectural character used for building within the fort complex ©) Renaissance style started in Italy. What were the important factors that started the movement? How was it demonstrated in the design of Italian Pallazos? 4) What are the important features of Gothic architecture? Explain with any two important examples of Gothic architecture in France. Section 2 1) Explain any one of the following supported with appropriate sketches. (G0) a) The Valabhi and the Bhumija mode of the Nagara temples. > b) The architectural language and the Modes of Dravida temples. 2) Write a short note on any two Ancient Indian Architectural treatise rt) 3) Answer any one of the following: (ao) a) In the book titled ‘Whitewash, Red Stone - A History of Church Architecture in Goa’, the author Paulo Varela Gomes explains how the Goan Catholic Churches are of a unique type. Explain. b) Goan temples are unique in terms of its Architecture. Explain with drawings and appropriate terminology.Goa College of Architecture Second Year B. Arch. Examination Semester IV Date: 20/07/2018 Subject: History & Criticism H 1V/02 Duration: 3 hours General Instructions: Answer the two sections in SEPARATE answer-books Answer ALL questions with suitable examples & neat sketches, Section 1 1) Write short notes on any two of the following: (20) a) Palace of Versailles, France b) Hindola Mahal, Malwa ©) Tughlaq tombs 30) 2) Answer any two of the following: a) Write a comparative analysis of Humayuns tomb and the Taj Mahal b) What was the style used for designing the tombs of the Decean r two important examples. ©) How did the design of St. Peters church, Rome evolve during the period of nearly 100 years of construction? Explain with neat sketches. d) Gotine style was considered as an important style for church building in England. Explain with any two important examples. Section 2 ‘Adam Hardy is known for his extensive research on Indian Temple Architecture. 1) Explain what he means by ‘Architectural Language’, ‘Modes’ and ‘Aedicules’ with respect to Temple Architectural style. (30) OR Explain the architectural language of Nagara temples and any two Modes. Support with appropriate sketches. (30) (10) 2) Explain any two of the following terms with appropriate sketches: a) Vastu Purusha Mandala b) Axis Mundi * ©) Narthex d) Nagarkhana 3) Describe in detail any one Goan singular temple or a Temple Complex Explain its history, geographical context, importance of the deity and any more information. (10)Date: 10/05/2017 Goa sent College of Architecture hours Seco; nel Year B. Arch, Examination Semester IV Subje, : J Ject: History & Criticism HIV/02 General Instructions —_ Answer the two sections in separate answer-books. Nswer all questions with suitable examples & neat sketches smpulsory and In Section 1 ion 1 Question no.t In Section 1 answer any two questions from Question no. 2, 3,4 & 5. Section 1 (20) Write short ‘notes on any two of the following: a) Akbar’s tomb, Sikandara b) Hindola Mahal, Mandu ©) Notre Dame, Paris The tombs built in the Deccan region were influenced by Persian architecture. Explain (a5) the style of building using suitable examples. ‘The mosques built in Bengal differed from those built in the other parts of the country Discuss the local influence on the architecture with suitable examples. (15) The renaissance palazzo's in Italy were used as a means to display the wealth of the new merchant class. Describe any two important palazzos in Italy. (15) Explain the Gothic architectural characteristics in England with suitable examples. (15) Section 2 1. Write short notes with neat sketches on any two of the following: (20) a) Indian temple Architecture was replicated beyond the borders of the country. Discuss. b) What is a “Gopuram” .Trace its evolution and forms. c) What is the ‘Ratha’. Discuss d) Temples served as nuclei of Socio Cultural and economic existence of societies. Explain. 2, Write essays with neat sketches on any two the following: (30) a) Discuss briefly parts of the indo Aryan temple .Ilustrate with one example b) Dravidian temple Architecture varied greatly based on the sensibilities of the kingdoms in the South. Explain using one $ Indian dynasty. ¢) Temple complexes became centers of socio cultural as well as economic activities besides their primary role as religious centers. Discuss its implications on Temple Architecture. d) The state of Kalinga (modern Orissa) was in Medieval times one of the richest havens of temple building activity. Discuss.Goa College of Arch; : chitect Second Year B. Arc ure 19/08/2017 Sepond \fat B: Arch. Examination Semester 1V Date: 19/ ys tory & Critic; Duration: 3 hours sparate answer-books: ale examples de neat sketches and ‘Question n0. 2, 3,465. 1 no, L is compulsory stions from, Section 1 (20) Write shor | poe {notes on any:twve of the following of Ghiyas ud din Tughlaq >) Gol Gumbaz Bijapur a ©) Palladian villa's Italy ls ; What are the important features of an Islamic mosque in India. Deserbe briefly the design of Jama Masjid, Ahmedabad. a Explain how this 3 ae court saw the presence of people from all states in India. luenced the architecture at FatehpurSikri. (15) 4. Explain how the design of St Peters Basilica changed with the employment of different master architects. (15) 5. Discuss the Gothic architecture in France illustrating the Notre Dame, Paris, (15) Section 2 (20) Write short notes with neat sketches on any two of the following: a) Discuss briefly parts of the Indo Aryan temple? (10) b) What is “Shikhara”? (10) ©) Buddhist Architecture influenced the forms adapted by early Hindu Temples Discuss. (10) 4) Explain the features of temples in GOA with one suitable example, (10) following: (30) Write essays with neat sketches on any two the a) Discuss “temple towns in India” with special emphasis on The Southern part of the (15) country. typical examples of The Indo Aryan style of temples in India. a a b) Orissan temples were Elaborate with suitable examples, (15) «) The state of Kalinga (modern Orissa) was in Medieval times one of the richest havens of temple building activity. Discuss, (15) 4) Discuss rock cut forms ofearly Hindu Temples in India. (15) enG 5.02 College of Architecture " Date: 12/05/2016 Subst Year B. Arch, Examination Semester pete ccs koae ect: History & Criticism H 1V/02 sy a eparate answet-books. ; mples & neat sketches. Answer the two sections in Answe: compulsory and ae ection 1 Question no ' 1m Section 1 answer any two questions from Question no. Section 1 1. Write short notes ‘on any two of the following: (20) 2) Palaces in Manda ©) Gateways on Indo- Islamic architecture ©) Militant architecture of Tughlaqabad 4) Bourges cathedral OR Chartres cathedral What are the important elements of Indo- Islamic architecture? Discuss with suitable examples eh 5. Baroque style was greatly used for the counter-reformation. What are the important architectural features of the Baroque? Give examples of any two important buildings Of this period. (15) Describe with suitable examples the Gothic Architectural character and English gothic vaulting, (15) Section 2 Write short notes with neat sketches on any two of the following: a (20) a) Indian temple Architecture was replicated beyond the borders of the country. Discuss. b) What is a “Gopuram” .Trace its evolution and forms. c) What is the ‘Ratha’. Discuss. d) Temples formed the nucleus of towns in the medieval age. Substantiate with examples 2, Write essays with neat sketches on any two the following: (30) a) Discuss briefly parts of the Indo Aryan temple Illustrate with one example. b) Dravidian temple Architecture varied greatly based on the sensibilities of the kingdoms in the South. Explain using one S Indian dynasty. c) Temple complexes became centers of socio cultural as well as economic activities besides their primary role as religious centers. Discuss its implications on Temple Architecture. d) The state of Kalinga (modern Orissa) was in Medieval times one of the richest USS. havens of temple building activity. Disc