“Discovering” Stupas: The Fate of Amaravati and Sanchi
“Discovering” Stupas: The Fate of Amaravati and Sanchi: Overview
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Important Questions on “Discovering” Stupas: The Fate of Amaravati and Sanchi
Which of the following explorers is known for rediscovering the ruins of Sanchi in the 19th century?

Which dynasty was responsible for the completion and decoration of the Sanchi Stupa?

In which Indian state is the Amaravati Stupa located?

What was the primary material used in the construction of the Amaravati Stupa?

Which historical figure is primarily associated with the construction of the Great Stupa at Sanchi?

The Sanchi Stupa complex has survived due to:
(A) The decisions of Shahjahan Begum and Sultan Jehan Begum
(B) The good luck in escaping the eyes of railway contractors and builders
(C) The good luck in escaping the eyes of those looking for finds to carry away to the
museums of Europe
(D) The steps taken by the British government to conserve the Stupa
(E) The steps taken to demarcate it as a residential building.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Who among the following visited Amravati and collected several sculpture panels and took them to Madras ?
