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The dome-like buildings where holy relics of the Buddha or that of Buddhist monks or nuns are kept are called __________.
The dome-like buildings where holy relics of the Buddha or that of Buddhist monks or nuns are kept are called __________.
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The correct option is B Stupas
The Mauryan contribution to the field of art and architecture was mainly in the form of Stupas, pillars or caves. A stupa is a dome-like building in which relics of Buddha or important Buddhist monks or nuns were preserved. The Sanchi Stupa and Bharhut Stupa in Madhya Pradesh are famous examples of stupas.
The Mauryan contribution to the field of art and architecture was mainly in the form of Stupas, pillars or caves. A stupa is a dome-like building in which relics of Buddha or important Buddhist monks or nuns were preserved. The Sanchi Stupa and Bharhut Stupa in Madhya Pradesh are famous examples of stupas.
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