Consider the following statements about the Indo- Saracenic architecture : 1. It combined the Indian with the European style of architecture in the beginning of the 20th century. 2. The Gateway of India in Mumbai is the most famous example of this style. 3. There are many famous examples of this style in the colonial cities of Bombay (Mumbai) and Madras (Chennai). 4. It takes its imputation from ancient Greece. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Indo-Saracenic architecture emerged in the late 19th century and peaked in the early 20th century, combining Indian (Mughal and Rajput) elements with European styles like Gothic and Victorian. Statement 1 is correct as it reflects this fusion during the colonial period. Statement 2 is correct; the Gateway of India in Mumbai, completed in 1924, is a premier example of this style, blending Hindu and Islamic motifs. Statement 3 is also correct, as the style is prominent in colonial cities like Bombay (e.g., General Post Office) and Madras (e.g., Chepauk Palace and High Court) [1]. Statement 4 is incorrect because the style draws inspiration from Indian and Islamic traditions rather than ancient Greece; Greek influence is associated with the much earlier Gandhara school [2].

Sources

1. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indo-Saracenic_architecture
2. [2] Exploring Society:India and Beyond ,Social Science-Class VII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 6: The Age of Reorganisation > LET'S EXPLORE > p. 137