Ancient Buddhist Temple Unearthed in Swat Valley
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What evidence supports the claim that Swat was an important center for cult and pilgrimage during the Indo-Greek kingdom?

  • The discovery of coins, jewelry, statues, seals, and pottery fragments in Barikot.
  • The emergence of Swat as a sacred Buddhist center under the Kushan Empire.
  • The temple in Barikot that was abandoned in the third century C.E. (correct)
  • The excavation of two other Buddhist sanctuaries in Barikot along a road that connected the city center to the gates.

    • Which empire ruled over Gandhara around 150 B.C.E., during the reign of Menander I?

  • The Kushan Empire (correct)
  • The Indo-Greek Kingdom
  • The Mauryan Empire
  • Alexander the Great's empire

    • Why was Barikot considered a 'breadbasket' by Alexander the Great?

  • Because it was known for its Greco-Buddhist style of art.
  • For its microclimate supporting the harvest of grain and rice twice each year. (correct)
  • As it was a strategic military location for Alexander's conquests.
  • Due to its active role as a sacred Buddhist center.

    • What led Italian archaeologists to speculate about finding a 'street of temples' in Barikot?

    <p>The discovery of two other Buddhist sanctuaries along a road in Barikot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During what period did Gandhara revert back to Indian rule under the Mauryan Empire?

    <p>Around 321 to 185 B.C.E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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