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During the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century the Nawwabs of Rampur, the hereditary rulers of Rohilkhand, a district some 75 kilometers east of New Delhi, amassed a large collection of books and art, including illustrated books and album paintings. Their collection was given to the people of India at the time of partition. The Raza Library at Rampur thus possesses a remarkable collection of Mughal and Persian Paintings and illustrated books. This ...
The importance of Mosque in Islamic society its architecture and Location have been elaborately described in this book. The mosque, or the prayer house of Islam according to the text, is supposed to provide ultimate fulfilment and where one completely surrenders to God. In the early days of Islam the mosque was the centre of the political, religious and social life of its followers.