HISTORY
MISCELLENOUS QUESTIONS
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Kanvas
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Mauryas
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Sungas
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Satavahanas
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Detailed explanation-1: -In ancient Indian history, Mauryan dynasty had a significant role. Sanchi Stupa is the finest example of Mauryan sculpture.
Detailed explanation-2: -The construction of Sanchi Stupa is widely attributed to Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BC. Ashoka was the third emperor of the powerful Mauryan Dynasty, which at the time ruled most of the Indian subcontinent from Afghanistan to Bengal.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Sanchi Stupa, built by Ashoka in the 3rd Century B.C.E, was enlarged to twice the original size during the period of the Sungas around the 2nd Century B.C.E.
Detailed explanation-4: -The “Great Stupa” at Sanchi is the oldest structure and was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka the Great of the Maurya Empire in the 3rd century BCE.
Detailed explanation-5: -Sanchi Stupa timings are from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM on all days of the week. Sanchi Stupa visiting hours may affect on public and national holidays. Timings for Sanchi Stupa Museum are 10 am to 5 pm.