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The statue of Kanishka with a broken head has been found at?
A
Mathura
B
Indraprastha
C
Vrindavan
D
Haridwar
Correct Answer:
A
Mathura
- A statue, presumed to be of Kanishka, which is headless, was found in an ancient city, Mathura of the Kushan period (1st-3rd centuries CE).
- This red stone statue uses the typical Mathura style, which combines Indian and Central Asian artistic elements and produces sculptures which are massive and have a natural and realistic quality.
- The statue’s inscription cites the figure as Kanishka I, the Kushan emperor who is noted for expanding the empire and propagating Buddhism.
- Kanishka in the statue is portrayed in a robe and heavy boots, and is also carrying a sword, thus, displays a mixed style of local and alien cultures.
- The statue still holds some of its relevance even in the absence of the head, and also aids in the Kushan political iconography and early Indian sculpture.
- Thanks to the Kushan emperors, Mathura, in its engagement with the spread of Buddhism and Hindu art and iconography, patronized art and religion.