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Approximately how far is Sarnath from Varanasi?
Approximately how far is Sarnath from Varanasi?
- 10 km (correct)
- 50 km
- 1 km
- 100 km
At which location did the Buddha preach his first sermon?
At which location did the Buddha preach his first sermon?
- Sarnath (correct)
- Thanjavur
- Bodh Gaya
- Varanasi
In what century CE did Faxian visit India?
In what century CE did Faxian visit India?
- 4th century CE (correct)
- 2nd century CE
- 10th century CE
- 6th century CE
What is the significance of Faxian's travel records?
What is the significance of Faxian's travel records?
Which dynasty of Thanjavur was founded by Vijalaya Chola?
Which dynasty of Thanjavur was founded by Vijalaya Chola?
What key event is Sarnath primarily known for in Buddhism?
What key event is Sarnath primarily known for in Buddhism?
Who was the founder of the Chola dynasty associated with Thanjavur?
Who was the founder of the Chola dynasty associated with Thanjavur?
From which Sanskrit word is the name 'Sarnath' believed to be derived?
From which Sanskrit word is the name 'Sarnath' believed to be derived?
What is the significance of the deer park in the legend associated with Sarnath?
What is the significance of the deer park in the legend associated with Sarnath?
What was the primary source of income for the Chola rulers in Thanjavur?
What was the primary source of income for the Chola rulers in Thanjavur?
Which important development in Buddhism is believed to have originated in Sarnath?
Which important development in Buddhism is believed to have originated in Sarnath?
Besides land revenue, what other activities were taxed during Chola rule in Thanjavur?
Besides land revenue, what other activities were taxed during Chola rule in Thanjavur?
In the legend of the Lord of the Deer, what did the deer offer to the king?
In the legend of the Lord of the Deer, what did the deer offer to the king?
Which of the following did the Chola rulers encourage in Thanjavur?
Which of the following did the Chola rulers encourage in Thanjavur?
Thanjavur is known for which famous temple?
Thanjavur is known for which famous temple?
In Buddhist legend, what did a bodhisattva, born as a deer, offer to a king?
In Buddhist legend, what did a bodhisattva, born as a deer, offer to a king?
Which of the following is an archaeological remain found in Sarnath?
Which of the following is an archaeological remain found in Sarnath?
What is the Brahadishvara Temple primarily devoted to?
What is the Brahadishvara Temple primarily devoted to?
Around what year was the Brahadishvara Temple constructed?
Around what year was the Brahadishvara Temple constructed?
What is the approximate height of the central Vimana (Tower) of the Brahadishvara Temple?
What is the approximate height of the central Vimana (Tower) of the Brahadishvara Temple?
Flashcards
Sarnath's Location
Sarnath's Location
Located about 10kms northeast of Varanasi, India.
Sarnath's Buddhist Significance
Sarnath's Buddhist Significance
The place where Buddha preached his first sermon after enlightenment.
Who was Faxian?
Who was Faxian?
A Chinese Buddhist monk who traveled to India in the 4th century CE.
Significance of Faxian's Travels
Significance of Faxian's Travels
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Vijalaya Chola's Role
Vijalaya Chola's Role
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Who was Vijalaya?
Who was Vijalaya?
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Who was Rajaraja I?
Who was Rajaraja I?
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Sources of Chola income?
Sources of Chola income?
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Chola Local Self-Government
Chola Local Self-Government
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Thanjavur's Historical Significance?
Thanjavur's Historical Significance?
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Significance of Sarnath
Significance of Sarnath
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Origin of Sarnath's Name
Origin of Sarnath's Name
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Legend of the Lord of the Deer
Legend of the Lord of the Deer
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Sarnath & the Sangha
Sarnath & the Sangha
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Deer Legend's Relevance
Deer Legend's Relevance
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Buddhist Deer Legend
Buddhist Deer Legend
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Sarnath
Sarnath
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Kala Bodhisattva
Kala Bodhisattva
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Brahadishvara Temple
Brahadishvara Temple
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Vimana
Vimana
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