Introduction to History of Architecture in India

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Free Online Course: Introduction to History of Architecture in India provided by Swayam is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 4 weeks long. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from Swayam. Introduction to History of Architecture in India is taught by Prof. Pushkar Sohoni.

Overview
  • The history of architecture in India is a material narrative of aspirations, polities, and societies in the region. From the Indus Valley Civilization to the modernism of B.V. Doshi, architecture has defined periods, peoples, and regions across India. This course is a brief introduction to a history of five thousand years of architecture in India, and provides a broad perspective on one aspect of material expression.INTENDED AUDIENCE : NILPREREQUISITES : Any student who is interested in architecture or cultural history.lINDUSTRY SUPPORT : NIL

Syllabus
  • Week 1: i. Introduction to History of Architecture,
    ii. Indus Valley Civilisation,
    iii. Early Historic Period - Wooden and Cave Architecture
    Week 2: i. Beginnings of the Temple,
    ii. Medieval Temples,
    iii. Islamic Architecture
    Week 3: i. Sultanate Architecture,
    ii. Mughals and Rajputs,
    iii. Princely States
    Week 4: i. Neo-Classical, Indo-Saracenic, Revivial Gothic,
    ii. Art Deco, Modern,
    iii. International and Contemporary