Question Q.7GS1GS1
Animal figures have been prominent part of India's faith, art & architecture as well as folklore since Harappan times.
Introduction
Animal figures have been prominent part of India's faith, art & architecture as well as folklore since Harappan times
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Main Body
Animal figures have been prominent part of India's faith, art & architecture as well as folklore since Harappan times.
SIGNIFICANCE OF LION
MYTHOLOGY
The story of Narasimha or the half man & half Lion is populace depiction of religious freedom where Hiranyakashypa was killed by his lion pleaded
Depict vehicle of Goddess Lakshmi
Buddhist symbolism
ART & ARCHITECTURE
Lion can be seen on the seals of Harappan Dynasty
Lion capital (National Emblem) depicting 4 lions erected on the Ashoken pillar having spoked
wheel & 4 animals (of which t's lion)
SIGNIFICANCE OF BULL
MYTHOLOGY / ART & ARCHITECTURE
Bull is associated with fertility, a fearless sects, Harappan seals have high number of bull figurines & seals depict humped bull
Rampurva bull of Ashokan pillar
Bhimbetka paintings has bull depictions
MYTHOLOGY
Buddhist philosophy considers bull as mark of Bodhisattvas & Adirath is also shown as bull
Nandi Bull ⟹ associated with shiva & is also vehicle
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- Clear structural organization by mythology, art, and architecture
- Specific mythological references with narrative details
- Links ancient symbols to modern national identity
- Recognition of continuous cultural thread from Harappan times
- Multiple dimensions of lion symbolism identified
- Comprehensive coverage of bull symbolism across periods
- Multiple examples spanning from Harappan to medieval times
- Connection between art forms and religious symbolism
- Recognition of bull's role in different philosophical systems
- Specific artifacts referenced (Rampurva, Bhimbetka)
Topper
Aakriti Singla
AIR 1222025
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Animal Symbolism in Indian Culture
Lion and Bull Symbolism
Significance of lion in Indian mythology, art and architecture
Writing Stats
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