Question

Chauri bearer Yakshi housed in Bihar Museum is known as:

• A. Didarganj Yakshi
• B. Prakham Yakshi
• C. Besnagar Yakshi
• D. Saraswati Yakshi

Hint:

Didarganj Yakshi is one of the best examples of Mauryan polished stone art, symbolizing fertility.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Identification of the Yakshi.
The famous sculpture of the Chauri (fly-whisk) bearer Yakshi is known as the Didarganj Yakshi.
It is one of the finest examples of Mauryan art, discovered at Didarganj near Patna.
Step 2: Features of Didarganj Yakshi.
The statue is carved in polished sandstone, showing the Mauryan polish.
It depicts a Yakshi holding a chauri, symbolizing fertility and prosperity.
Step 3: Option analysis.
- (A) Didarganj Yakshi: Correct. The iconic sculpture housed in Bihar Museum.
- (B) Prakham Yakshi: No such known Yakshi sculpture.
- (C) Besnagar Yakshi: Known for a pillar inscription related to Heliodorus, not this statue.
- (D) Saraswati Yakshi: Not historically documented.
Step 4: Conclusion.
The Chauri bearer Yakshi in Bihar Museum is the Didarganj Yakshi.