QUESTION

Hard

Art & Culture

Prelims 2012

Lord Buddha’s image is sometimes shown with the hand gesture called ‘Bhumisparsha Mudra’. It symbolizes

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Explanation

Lord Buddha's 'Bhumisparsha Mudra' symbolises Buddha's calling of the Earth to witness his purity and chastity despite the temptations of Mara.

The Bhumisparsha Mudra is a powerful image that captures a pivotal moment in the Buddha's journey to enlightenment, representing his triumph over temptation, his connection to the earth, and his status as a fully awakened being.

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