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GSMediumPrelims 2023Art & Culture

With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements:

  1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
  2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics.
  3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

Explanation

Statement 1 is incorrect: The concept of a stupa predates Buddhism; it originally served as a pre-Buddhist burial mound. However, it was later adopted and popularized by Buddhism as a key religious monument.

Statement 2 is correct: A stupa typically housed relics of the Buddha or revered monks, serving as a sacred repository.

Statement 3 is correct: Stupas also functioned as votive and commemorative structures, built to honor significant events or express devotion.

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