Question

Choose the correct alternatives and complete the sentences: The ____saw the rise of Mathura School.

• A. Kushana period
• B. Gupta period
• C. Rashtrakuta period
• D. Maurya period

Hint:

The Mathura School developed alongside the Gandhara School but focused more on indigenous Indian artistic traditions, using spotted red sandstone instead of the Greco Buddhist style of Gandhara.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Mathura School of Art The Mathura School of Art flourished during the Kushana period, particularly under the reign of Kanishka in the 2nd century CE. It is known for its distinctive red sandstone sculptures depicting Buddha, Bodhisattvas, and Jain Tirthankaras.