SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Having remained a principal centre of Buddhism in medieval India following the spread of Hinduism, Sanchi bears unique witness as a major Buddhist sanctuary to the period from the 3rd century BC to the 1st century AD. When it was discovered in 1818 by General Taylor, Sanchi had lain abandoned for 600 years.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most noteworthy of the structures is the Great Stupa (stupa no. 1), discovered in 1818. It was probably begun by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka in the mid-3rd century bce and later enlarged.

Detailed explanation-3: -The first stupa to be built was the Thuparamaya. Later, many more were built over the years, some like the Jetavanaramaya in Anuradhapura, being one of the tallest ancient structures in the world.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is Sir Henry Taylor. The Sanchi Stupa was discovered by Sir Henry Taylor in 1818.