Q. In the context of ancient Indian influence on Southeast Asia, consider the following statements: - Angkor Wat in Cambodia is the largest religious monument in the world.
- Borobudur in Indonesia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that represents Mahayana Buddhism.
- Champa was an ancient kingdom in Vietnam known for its Hindu culture.
- Dvaravati was a historical region in Thailand that flourished under Indian influence.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
All four
Notes: - Angkor Wat in Cambodia is the largest religious monument in the world: This is correct. It was originally constructed as a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu.
- Borobudur in Indonesia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that represents Mahayana Buddhism: This is correct. It is the world's largest Buddhist temple complex.
- Champa was an ancient kingdom in Vietnam known for its Hindu culture: This is correct. It was influential in spreading Hinduism and Indian culture in Southeast Asia.
- Dvaravati was a historical region in Thailand that flourished under Indian influence: This is correct. It was known for its early adoption of Indian culture and Buddhism.
Thus, all four statements are correct. The correct answer is (c) All four.