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Discuss the developments in the field of art and architecture during the Mauryan period.
Introduction
The Mauryan empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya around 300 BCE and witnessed significant developments in art and architecture.
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Main Body
Developments in field of art & architecture in Mauryan Period:
1Creation of Stupas was popularized
(a) Sandhi Stupa by Ashoka
[Diagram showing Stupa structure with labels: Crown, Harmika, Anda, Medh, Vedika]
2Rock cut architecture: Barabar caves built by Ashoka
3Grand royal buildings were built. They were described by Megasthenes as mankind's greatest inventions
4Pillars = Sarnath Pillar by Ashoka
[Diagram showing pillar structure with labels: Capital, Abacus, Monolithic Shaft]
5Stone, terracotta sculptures were built like Yaksha/Yakshlini sculptures
6Northern blau polished ware pottery was prevalent = pottery marked its pinnacle
Viharas consisted of dwelling places for monks
7Rock cut caves paved way for temples in future (Gupta period)
8Ashoka's inscriptions described administration & Society during the period
9Numismatic art is seen on gold coins
— Aryan Yadav · AIR 31
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Conclusion
Hence Maurya period witnessed great advancements in art & architecture
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Diagram
Stupa structure showing Crown, Harmika (square abacus), Anda (dome), Medh (platform), and Vedika (railing)
- Clear structure with numbered points
- Includes diagram for visual understanding
- Mentions specific architectural examples
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Topper
Aryan Yadav
AIR 31
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Salient aspects of Architecture from ancient to modern times
Architecture
Mauryan Architecture and Art
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