Question

Although the Amaravati stupa is a mound of rubble in the present times, archaeologists have been able to imagine its structure by referring sculpture panels found depicting the stupa. Which among the following features found in these panels displays the majestic importance of the stupa?

• A. Four lions at the gateways.
• B. Gold and diamonds engraved on the pillars.
• C. Offerings made to Buddha.
• D. Flying figures on the top.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The correct options are
A Four lions at the gateways.
D Flying figures on the top.

The figures on panels found has features like flying characters on top of the stupa which are supposed to be gods who came from heaven to save Buddha and two pairs of lions facing each other referred to as the guardian lions. Also the sculpture depicts men and women bowing down and worshipping Buddha.