Q. Which of the following statements with regard to the cultural significance of Amaravati is/are correct?
1.It served as an ancient imperial capital city for the Satavahana dynasty around the 3rd century BCE.
2.The historic Amaravati School of Art is distinct for its exclusive use of red sandstone to construct highly stylized, non-narrative icons.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer: A
Notes:
Detailed Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The ancient city of Amaravati (historically known as Dhanyakataka) in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh was a major power center and served as the capital for the mighty Satavahana rulers around the 3rd century BCE.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: This is a classic material and style trap. The distinguishing building material of the Amaravati School was white limestone, not red sandstone. Artistically, this school is celebrated for its highly emotional, dynamic, and intricate narrative relief sculptures that depict specific stories and events, rather than just non-narrative icons.
