Question Q.2GS2GS2

Elucidate the significance of tiger and elephant figures in Indian mythology, art and architecture.

Introduction

"Tiger" and "elephant" are reflected in Indian civilisational ethos and values and had been part of traditions and culture she harapphen civilisation.

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Main Body

"Tiger" and "elephant" are reflected in Indian civilisational ethos and values and had been part of traditions and culture she harapphen civilisation.

Significance of Tiger

1evidence in harapphen architecture (eg) Tiger was one of animal in Harapphen pasampati seal

2Tiger was linked to Hawwayay pillars and reflected courage

3Tiger was symbol of kingdoms in south Indian states during medieval period

Significance of elephant

1Important animal in harapphen toys and seals evidence

2Signith carol in warfare and advantage in hauyan empire expansion

3Buddhism titled drawing of elephant to Buddha notise about his arrival

4Elephant sculptures and architecture are found in gufty sculpture, coins etc

5cultural practices since ancient India at their depth integrating (eg) Myisore darshning has elephant usage cofricatio to its growth.

Tiger and elephant are symbol of close human nature context in Indian mythology, art and architecture.

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Conclusion

Tiger and elephant are symbol of close human nature context in Indian mythology, art and architecture.

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Structured answer with clear sub-headings for tiger and elephant
Attempts to trace both animals from Harappan times to medieval period
Covers mythological, artistic and architectural dimensions

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Topper

ANKIT JARWAL

AIR 2052025

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure

Cultural heritage and civilisational values

Symbolism in Indian culture

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