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Discuss the developments in the field of art and architecture during the Mauryan period.

Introduction

The Mauryan empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya around 300 BCE and witnessed significant developments in art and architecture.

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Main Body

Developments in field of art & architecture in Mauryan Period:

1Creation of Stupas was popularized

(a) Sandhi Stupa by Ashoka

[Diagram showing Stupa structure with labels: Crown, Harmika, Anda, Medh, Vedika]

2Rock cut architecture: Barabar caves built by Ashoka

3Grand royal buildings were built. They were described by Megasthenes as mankind's greatest inventions

4Pillars = Sarnath Pillar by Ashoka

[Diagram showing pillar structure with labels: Capital, Abacus, Monolithic Shaft]

5Stone, terracotta sculptures were built like Yaksha/Yakshlini sculptures

6Northern blau polished ware pottery was prevalent = pottery marked its pinnacle

Viharas consisted of dwelling places for monks

7Rock cut caves paved way for temples in future (Gupta period)

8Ashoka's inscriptions described administration & Society during the period

9Numismatic art is seen on gold coins

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Conclusion

Hence Maurya period witnessed great advancements in art & architecture

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Diagram

Stupa structure showing Crown, Harmika (square abacus), Anda (dome), Medh (platform), and Vedika (railing)

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Topic

Salient aspects of Architecture from ancient to modern times

Architecture

Mauryan Architecture and Art

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