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प्रश्न
What was the purpose of a Stupa?
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उत्तर
The purpose of a Stupa was to commemorate a sacred spot or a particular event or to enshrine the relics of Buddha or those of Buddhist saints.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention two important features of anyone Chaitya at Ajanta.
With reference to the decline of Buddhism in India, explain the following cause:
Loss of Royal Patronage.
There are many sources to reconstruct the two great religious movements – Jainism and Buddhism. In this context mention the significance of the following:
The Jataka tales and the Tripitaka.
Mention a source which gives information about Jainism.
Who was Vardhamana Mahavira ? Give the significance of both parts of his name.
Who was Gautam Buddha? Where was he born?
Name any two principles that governed the Sangha.
What were the features of Buddhism that attracted people towards it?
With reference to Jainism answer the following question:
Why was he called Jina?
With reference to Buddhism, answer the following question:
Who was Gautama Buddha? How did he achieve enlightenment?
