GK
INDIAN HISTORY
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Presentation of bride to Siddhartha.
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Gift ofJetavanaGardento the Buddha.
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Buddha’s parinirvana scene.
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All of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Gandhara School of Art portrayed buddha as a human with 32 mahapurusha lakshanas. This style of art was closely associated with Mahayana Buddhism and hence the main theme of this art was Lord Buddha and Bodhisattvas. They used Bluish-Grey and Grey sandstone for the sculptures.
Detailed explanation-2: -In its interpretation of Buddhist legends, the Gandhara school of art incorporated many themes and techniques from Classical Roman art. These included vine scrolls, centaurs, Tritons (sea deities), and cherubs (winged children) bearing garlands. The basic imagery and symbolism, however, remained Indian.
Detailed explanation-3: -Buddhism inspired Gandhara art; hence, Lord Buddha was the central theme. Mathura art produced sculptures relating to Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Gandhara sculptures were made from bluish-grey and grey sandstones.