Match the following details about Shah Jahan's construction activities: List I A. Moti Masjid B. Jahangir's Mausoleum C. Extensive use of calligraphy D. first commissioned after becoming emperor List II 1. Lahore 2. Taj Mahal 3. Peacock Throne 4. Agra

Moti Masjid, Agra Fort

• Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648-1653 CE built the masjid.
• It is located inside the Agra Fort in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
• This mosque is also constructed entirely of white marble and is known for its exquisite proportions and the purity of its design. It has three domes and a prayer hall with a row of seven arches.

Mausoleum of Jahangir

• The Mausoleum of Jahangir is located in Shahdara Bagh, near Lahore, Pakistan.
• Emperor Jahangir (born as Nur-ud-din Muhammad Salim) was the fourth Mughal emperor, known for his contributions to art, architecture, and culture.
• The mausoleum was built by Empress Nur Jahan, Jahangir’s widow, between 1627 and 1637

Taj Mahal

• The Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal and is located in Agra, India.
• Calligraphy, especially the inscription of verses from the Quran, is a prominent feature in Islamic architecture.
• The calligraphy is primarily in Thuluth script, a type of Arabic script and executed in black marble inlay on white marble, creating a striking contrast. This technique is known as pietra dura or parchin kari, where precious and semi-precious stones are inlaid into the marble surface.

The Peacock Throne

• The Peacock Throne was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan around 1634 CE, shortly after the completion of the Taj Mahal.
• The throne was named the "Peacock Throne" because of its elaborate design, which included two peacocks facing each other with their tails raised, encrusted with gemstones.
• The most famous jewel set into the throne was the Koh-i-Noor diamond.