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Sanchi in Madhya Pradesh is famous for

  1. Ashoka's rock edicts

  2. Cave paintings

  3. Stupas

  4. Rock cut temples
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Explanation

Sanchi is famous for its Great Stupa, commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE. The site contains numerous stupas, with the Great Stupa being the most prominent, featuring elaborate gateways (toranas) with Buddhist sculptures. Ashoka's rock edicts are found elsewhere, cave paintings are at Ajanta/Ellora, and rock-cut temples are at different sites.

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