Q. Consider the following:
- Kanaganahalli Stupa
- Kesariya Stupa
- Amaravati Stupa
- Bharhut Stupa
How many of them were originally build in Post Mauryan era?
Answer:
Only Two
Notes: Kanaganahalli Stupa:
- Built during the Satavahana period, which is part of the Post-Mauryan era.
- Originally constructed in the Post-Mauryan era.
Kesariya Stupa:
- Originally attributed to the Mauryan period, particularly during Ashoka's reign.
- Enlarged and expanded later, but not originally built in the Post-Mauryan era.
Amaravati Stupa:
- Constructed during the Satavahana period, which falls within the Post-Mauryan era.
- Originally constructed in the Post-Mauryan era.
Bharhut Stupa:
- Originally built in the Mauryan period, during Ashoka’s reign.
- The decorative railings and sculptures were added during the Shunga period (Post-Mauryan era), but it was not originally built in the Post-Mauryan era.
Conclusion:
Kanaganahalli Stupa and Amaravati Stupa were originally built in the Post-Mauryan era. So Only two will be correct answer.