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The Arab conquest of Sind started a chain of events which led to the conquering of Delhi by the 11th Century by an islamic ruler.
Local architects retained local elements as well and introduced elements from Persian architectural style to their creations. This style of architecture became known as the Indo – Islamic or the Indo Saracenic architecture. Calligraphy, ornamentation using inlay work were introduced to reflect the preferences of the new rulers.
Features of Indo Islamic architecture are :

Arcuate style of architecture replaced the Trabeat style as arches and domes were introduced.

Islamic rulers introduced minars around mosques and mausoleums.

Mortar was used as a cementing agent during construction

Avoided use of humans and animals figures during architecture.

Calligraphy became used more compared to previous architectures where sculptures were used.

Architecture style used geometry for decorative patterns. Arabesque style became popular – This used geometrical vegetal ornamentation.

Buildings had intricate “jaali” work which symbolised the importance of light in islamic traditions.

Importance of water also was seen in the construction. It was mainly used for decorative, cooling and religious purposes.

Islamic rulers introduced the technique of charbagh – a garden split into four parts, Pietra dura style of inlay work on stone walls and foresightening technique of creating inscriptions on walls such that they appear of the same size from all side

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