Sanchi Stupa - Buddhism
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Sanchi Stupa - Buddhism

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When was the Great Stupa at Sanchi originally commissioned?

3rd century BCE

Who discovered the Sanchi Stupa in 1818?

General Taylor

What is the main purpose of the Vedika at Sanchi Stupa?

To protect the stupa

What is the significance of the Harmika at Sanchi Stupa?

<p>Artwork made to protect the relics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of Sanchi Stupa is a semi-circular structure?

<p>Medhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which Indian state is Sanchi Stupa located?

<p>Madhya Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Vedika in the Sanchi Stupa?

<p>To protect the stupa</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the stupa is known as Anda?

<p>The semi-circular part</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Chhatra in the context of the Sanchi Stupa?

<p>It symbolizes religious importance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Sopan in relation to the Medhi at the Sanchi Stupa?

<p>A staircase for climbing up and down</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Sarnath located in India?

<p>Uttar Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who constructed the Stupa at Sarnath?

<p>Emperor Ashoka</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who originally commissioned the Great Stupa at Sanchi?

<p>Ashoka the Great</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the Sanchi Stupa discovered after being abandoned for 600 years?

<p>1800</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who discovered the Sanchi Stupa in 1818?

<p>General Taylor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the literal meaning of 'stupa'?

<p>A pile of something</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which epic poem is referred to as the 'Ramayana of the Buddhists'?

<p>Buddhacarita</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Sanchi Stupa located?

<p>Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

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