SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 40

SSC CGL - 19 July 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q40

The art of decoration, called Pietra durabecame popular during whose reign?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Shah Jahan.

The art of decoration called 'Pietra dura' became popular during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. Shah Jahan was known for his patronage of the arts and his construction of magnificent architectural marvels such as the Taj Mahal.

Pietra dura is a decorative art form where semi-precious stones are inlaid into marble to create intricate and colorful designs, often seen in Mughal architecture and artifacts.