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Buddhist Architecture · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 37 of 37

Buddhist Architecture: Which ruler is credited with initiating large-scale Buddhist architectural projects, especially stupas?

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Buddhist Architecture
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General Studies
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Which ruler is credited with initiating large-scale Buddhist architectural projects, especially stupas?

TopicBuddhist Architecture
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min

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Emperor Ashoka (3rd century BCE) of the Mauryan dynasty was a major patron of Buddhism and commissioned many stupas and pillars throughout India.

Final Answer: Option C - Ashoka
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