Which of the following statements about the architectural development during the British period in India is correct?
- Indo-Saracenic architecture, promoted by the British, aimed to blend classical Indian styles with European architectural sensibilities, symbolizing colonial power while appearing respectful of local traditions.
- Buildings such as the Victoria Memorial in Kolkata and the Gateway of India in Mumbai exemplify the Indo-Saracenic style, with features like domes, chhatris, and jalis merged with Gothic arches and Renaissance elements.
- The Rashtrapati Bhavan, designed by Edwin Lutyens, completely rejected traditional Indian architectural motifs and instead employed only European Classical styles.
- The establishment of art schools, such as the Government College of Art in Calcutta, played a role in fostering European-style oil painting and academic realism, which became dominant among Indian artists in the colonial era.
Options:
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1, 2, and 4 only
2
1, 3, and 4 only
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2 and 3 only
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1, 2, and 3 only