NATA 2026
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- 4. The mountain-like spire above the sanctum in South Indian temples is called
- 6. What is the distinguishing feature of "Dravidian" architecture often found at the entrance of South Indian temples?
- 9. The Diamond Bourse in this city surpassed the Pentagon to become the world's largest office building was designed by Morphogenesis (led by Manit and Sonali Rastogi)
- 12. The "Lotus Temple" in New Delhi, known for its flower-like shape, was designed by which architect?
- 13. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments, are famous for which style of architecture?
- 14. Name of the new state-of-the-art headquarters for the Indian Army in Delhi being designed by CP Kukreja Architects.
- 16. The "Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles" recognized by UNESCO in 2018 are located in which city?
- 20. The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), which features a "Lotus-inspired" terminal design, was designed by which world-renowned architectural firm
- 23. The use of plants on a building's roof to reduce the "Urban Heat Island" effect is known as:
- 24. Intricate lattice work and windows (Designed to allow royal women to observe the street without being seen)is a hallmark of the which structure in Jaipur?
- 25. The Central Vista Redevelopment Project, which includes the new triangular Parliament House and the Common Central Secretariat, was designed by HCP Design led by which architect ?
- 27. As of 2026, which is currently the tallest building in the world?
- 28. Which architectural style, originating in the 12th century, is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses
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- 1. The Sydney Opera House is famous for its "sail-like" shell structures using the concepts of Spherical Geometry. Name the architect ?
- 2. Who is widely considered the "Father of Modern Architecture" and designed the city of Chandigarh?
- 3. Which project in Gujarat is being developed as India's first "Greenfield Smart City" from scratch and is a major hub for the semiconductor industry in 2026?
- 5. _____ architecture refers to a building that Produces as much energy as it consumes annually.
- 7. The mountain-like spire above the sanctum in North Indian temples is called
- 8. The "Rani ki Vav" stepwell, featured on the ₹100 currency note, is located in which state?
- 10. In Hindu temple architecture, the ______ literally translates to Womb Chamber (It is the innermost sanctum where the primary idol is placed).
- 11. Which dynasty is credited with the construction of the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram?
- 15. The ____ Pyramid in Paris designed by IM Pei serves as a modern entrance to the historic museum.
- 17. What is the name of the sculpted female figure that serves as an architectural support in place of a column
- 18. Which building material is the town of Makrana in Rajasthan most famous for
- 19. Which UNESCO World Heritage site in India is also known as the "Black Pagoda"?
- 21. Which Mughal monument is considered the first "garden-tomb" on the Indian subcontinent?
- 22. The "Kailasa Temple" at Ellora is a world-famous example of which type of architecture
- 26. Which monument was the first Indian site to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1983?