INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Great Stupa at Sanchi is one of the oldest stone structures in India, and an important monument of Indian Architecture. It was originally commissioned by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka the Great in the 3rd century BCE.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Great Stupa (also called stupa no. 1) was originally built in the 3rd century bce by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka and is believed to house ashes of the Buddha. The simple structure was damaged at some point during the 2nd century bce.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Great Stupa at Sanchi has been the focal point of the Buddhist faith in the region since it was built by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sanchi Stupa: History 1, was commissioned by none other than the Mauryan Emperor, Ashoka, in the 3rd century BCE. It is believed that his intention behind constructing this Stupa was to preserve and spread the Buddhist philosophy and way of life.

Detailed explanation-5: -The correct answer is Ashoka. Sanchi Stupa is a Buddhist complex built by Ashoka.