Question 1 · 10 marks · 177 words written
Religious philosophies had a profound impact on the development of Mauryan Architecture. Explain.
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Recently statue of replica of sarnath lion pillar capital was unveiled at the premise of new parliament building showcasing rich architectural tradition of Mauryan age.
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Mauryan Architecture :- Impact of religious philosophies
Religion has had a huge impact on architecture in every age :-
(1) Stupa, chaitya, viharas :- These were created for monks, based on religious principle of
(1) Stupa :- built over relics of saint eg: Sanchi stupa (2) Chaitya :- Prayer halls eg: Karle chaitya hall (3) Viharas :- places for monks to stay eg: Ajanta caves has 24 viharas
(4) Pillars :- The pillar erected by Maur-yan empire has image of:- Lion, Bull figures which held huge religious significance.
(5) Rock cut caves :- These were created as resting place for monks eg:- Barabar hill caves for Ajivikas
(6) Figurines - ie, structural images eg:- Didarganj Yakshini - these are also religious figures
(7) Sculpture :- Image of Buddha and Hindu gods like krishna, etc emerged showcasing religious significance
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Thus impact of religious philosp- hies were huge on the Architecture of Mauryan period.