B.Arch-B.Arch Architecture 2nd Sem History of Architecture – I-621102(Sathyabama University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu-2010)
SATHYABAMA UNIVERSITY
(Established under section 3 of UGC Act,1956)
Course & Branch :B.Arch - ARCH
Title of the Paper :History of Architecture – I Max. Marks :80
Sub. Code :621102 Time : 3 Hours
Date :13/05/2010 Session :FN
PART - A (8 x 4 = 32)
Answer ALL the Questions
1. Outline any four factors that influenced the pattern of settlement and the architecture of the Indus Valley Civilization.
2. Sketch the special features of Vedic fence and gateway.
3. Differentiate between Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhism.
4. Explain the architectural features of Rani Gampha.
5. Sketch the Dravidian Order as developed under the Cholas and mark the salient features.
6. Outline the significance of Gopuram.
7. List the various places in the country where groups of temples of the Indo Aryan style are located.
8. What are ‘Vavs’ and ‘Kunds’?
PART – B (4 x 12 = 48)
Answer ALL the Questions
9. Sketch the rudimentary form of bamboo and wood prevalent in a typical Vedic Village. How were these forms reflective of the lifestyle of the people of this period?
(or)
10. Explain the architectural contribution during the Mauryan rule.
11. Outline in detail the contributions made by Emperor Ashoka to the art and architecture of his time.
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12. Differentiate between “Chaityas” and “Viharas” with suitable examples.
13. Write short notes on:
(a) Ladh Khan temple, Aihole
(b) Virupaksha temple, Pattadakal
(or)
14. Outline the form, architectural character and system of proportioning used in the spatial organization of the Brihadeeswar temple, Tanjore.
15. Write short notes on:
(a) Sun temple, Konark
(b) Surya kund, Modhera
(or)
16. Explain the architectural features of the Great Lingaraja temple at Bhuvaneswar.
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