[Solved] With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.

Q52. With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements.

1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics.
3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. All three
4. None

Answer: 2

Stupa Architecture

The locations of the 9 stupas built after the death of Buddha are Rajagriha,Vaishali, Kapilavastu, Allakappa, Ramagrama,Vethapida, Pava, Kushinagar and Pippalivana.