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Patronage is artists, poets helped support future growth. Inspired future artists, writers to influence their creations. Nalande University promoted learning of art & literature for future. Set gold standard for future rulers to try & collect. Linked cultural development with strength of a ruler or empire. Hence reign of Chandra Sukta II was crucial for developing such cultural heritage of them. ∆ Requires preservation per Ayuon Bhoolam Mission (Budget 5)

— Aryan Yadav · AIR 31

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Aryan Yadav

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Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

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Patronage and cultural development

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