Practice - Popular traditions
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Practice Questions
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What does the shalabhanjika symbolize in Buddhist art?
💡 Hint: Think about what the figure is often associated with in nature.
Name one animal that is commonly depicted in Sanchi sculptures.
💡 Hint: Consider animals that represent strength.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the shalabhanjika represent?
💡 Hint: Think about its association with nature and abundance.
True or False: Elephants in Buddhist art signify despair.
💡 Hint: Consider the attributes often represented by elephants.
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Challenge Problems
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Critically analyze the impact of pre-Buddhist traditions on the development of Buddhist art in Sanchi.
💡 Hint: Focus on specific examples of sculptures and their connections to local traditions.
Examine the interactions between Buddhist and local cultural beliefs represented through animal symbolism in art.
💡 Hint: Consider a range of animals depicted and their traditional meanings.
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