Q. Consider the following statements:
1. The Viharas in India were originally constructed as places for storing Buddhist relics.
2. The architectural design of the Vishwashanti Buddha Vihara is inspired by the entry gate of the Sanchi Stupa.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is incorrect. Viharas were originally constructed as monasteries or living quarters for Buddhist monks. They served as places for study, meditation, and living, rather than specifically for storing Buddhist relics.
Statement 2 is correct. The Vishwashanti Buddha Vihara’s entry gate is based on the design of the entry gate of the Sanchi Stupa in Madhya Pradesh.
Source: AIR
