Question
During the Mauryan period, ‘Stupa’ architecture is
associated with which religion?Solution
Sol. Stupa architecture originated under Buddhism and was primarily built to house the relics of Buddha and serve as places of meditation. Mauryan Emperor Ashoka promoted the construction of stupas, such as the famous Sanchi Stupa . Information Booster:
- Three main parts of a stupa: Dome, Harmika, and Chhatra.
- Ashoka’s patronage popularized Buddhist architecture.
- Sanchi Stupa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Stupas were used to preserve sacred Buddhist scriptures and relics.
- Symbolically, stupas represent mindfulness and intellectualism in Buddhism.
- Hinduism: Focused on temple architecture.
- Jainism: Known for Jain temples and Tirthankara statues.
- Christianity: Famous for churches and cathedrals.
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