Multiple choice

Which is the best specimen of sculpture of the Maurya period?

  1. Bodh-gaya pillar

  2. Sarnath pillar

  3. Sanchi stupa

  4. Sarnath stupa

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Sarnath Lion Capital (Sarnath pillar) is widely considered the finest masterpiece of Mauryan sculpture. Its highly polished sandstone finish and realistic animal carvings represent the pinnacle of Mauryan artistic achievement.