Art and Architecture — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements regarding Mauryan art and architecture is/are correct? 1. Ashokan pillars were typically monolithic and highly polished. 2. The Barabar Caves are examples of Mauryan rock-cut architecture for Buddhist monks. 3. Megasthenes' Indica describes Mauryan palaces as primarily built of stone. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

The Sarnath Lion Capital, a prominent example of Mauryan sculpture, is significant for all the following reasons EXCEPT:

Consider the following pairs: 1. Barabar Caves : Ajivika ascetics 2. Sanchi Stupa : Reliquary for Buddha's relics 3. Didarganj Yakshini : Mauryan court art Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of Mauryan architecture?

The account of Megasthenes in 'Indica' is a crucial primary source for understanding Mauryan architecture, particularly regarding: