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Humayun's tomb, built between 1562 and 1571, follows which tradition of a central hall with eight rooms?

AChihil sutun
BTrabeate roof
CHasht bihisht
DChahar bagh
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Correct answer: C. Hasht bihisht
1. It means eight paradises. 2. The tomb follows hasht bihisht. 3. It is red sandstone edged with white marble. _Source: syllabus Our Pasts II, Chapter 5, Rulers and Buildings._
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