Heritage buildings constructed during the Qutb Shahi and Nizam eras showcase Indo-Islamic architecture influenced by Medieval, Mughal and European styles. After the 1908 flooding of the Musi River, the city was expanded and civic monuments constructed, particularly during the rule of Mir Osman Ali Khan (the VIIth Nizam), whose patronage of architecture led to him being referred to as the maker of modern Hyderabad. In 2012, the government of India declared Hyderabad the first "Best heritage city of India". COUNT 5
QSN1 After a flood in what year did Hyderabad expand? ANS1 1908 QSN2 Which river flooded in 1908, preceding the expansion of Hyderabad? ANS2 Musi River QSN3 The Mir Osman Ali Khan had a title, what was it? ANS3 the VIIth Nizam QSN4 What did India declare Hyderabad om 2012? ANS4 Best heritage city of India QSN5 What type of heritage architecture is mainly displayed in Hyderabad? ANS5 Indo-Islamic architecture