The period of Delhi Sultanate witnessed the emergence of Indo-Persian culture. Discuss the statement with reference to developments in the fields of literature, art and architecture. (10 marks, 150 words)
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I. Literature
O New Manuscripts written in blend of Indian & Persian styles. E.g. Tabat-ul-Hindi by Ali-Bitni
O New Language: Urdu as synthesis of Persian, Arabic & Hindustani
O New style of Worship: covering elements of both styles. E.g. Amir Khusrou's Khayal
Power) Non-Violent Resistance
O supported by Congress & Gandhi, who came to Vaikom to support.
Congress supported movement in Kalamala Satyam
O led to Temple Entry: created in 1930s on 3 out of 4 wool leads to temple
O Base of other Movement: like Ambedkar Mabad Satyagraha & Kalaram temple Movement in Bombay Province
100 year anniversary of Vaikom Satyagraha in 2024 has shown its groundbreaking impact on Modern Indian equality of all castes (Article 14 of Constitution)
— Aditya Mathur · AIR 98
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Map showing Delhi Sultanate at peak in India
- Clear chronological framework
- Specific examples provided (Ali-Bitni, Amir Khusrou)
- Good structure with enumeration
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Modern Indian History
Socio Religious Reform
Delhi Sultanate and Indo-Persian Culture
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