Which of the following statements about the architectural development during the British period in India is correct?

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. The Rashtrapati Bhavan, designed by Edwin Lutyens, completely rejected traditional Indian architectural motifs and instead employed only European Classical styles.
  4. 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:

1
1, 2, and 4 only
2
1, 3, and 4 only
3
 2 and 3 only
4
 1, 2, and 3 only

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