Q. Which building constructed under the Delhi sultanate is one of the first buildings in India to be built using an Islamic architectural style?
Answer: Alai Darwaza
Notes: The Alai Darwaza, built in 1311 AD by Sultan Alauddin Khilji, is the main southern gate of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in the Qutub Minar Complex. It exemplifies early Islamic architecture in India with true arch and dome construction, intricate geometric patterns, calligraphy, and lotus motifs, reflecting a blend of local and Islamic styles. Its engineering techniques marked a shift from traditional Indian methods.

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