The art of decoration, called Pietra dura became popular during whose reign?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Shah Jahan.
• The art of decoration, called Pietra dura, became popular during the reign of Shah Jahan.
• Pietra dura is an inlay technique using cut and fitted, highly polished colored stones to create images. It is also known as Parchin kari in India.
Facts to remember:
• The most famous example of Pietra dura in India is the Taj Mahal, which was constructed during Shah Jahan's reign.
• This technique involves using semi-precious stones like lapis lazuli, onyx, jasper, and agate to create intricate floral and geometric patterns in marble and other stones.
• Pietra dura was used extensively in the decoration of Mughal architecture, including the interiors of the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort, and other Mughal monuments.
• Shah Jahan's reign is often considered the golden age of Mughal architecture, marked by the construction of grand and elaborately decorated structures.