Stupa: anatomy & evolution
AC-1.2.1Core
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Exam Strategy
Stupa structure and evolution appear in 1-2 Prelims questions per cycle, often paired with specific monument identification (Sanchi, Amaravati, Bharhut). Examiners test anatomical components (anda, harmika, chattri) and chronological development across periods. Common error: confusing stupa with vihara or misplacing monuments to wrong dynasties.
High-yield hooks
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Anda-Harmika-Chattri: stupa's three-part vertical architecture
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Sanchi Stupa I = Mauryan hemispherical perfection
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Railing narrative relief = early stupa art innovation
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Pradakshina path = ritual circumambulation axis
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Gateway torana marks directional cardinal entrance
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SCANHISTORY/BUDDHISMHISTORY/MAURYAN-EMPIRECULTURE/MONUMENT-PRESERVATION