Question

While Gandhara art drew its subject matter from earlier Buddhist sculptures, its technique and style were drawn from:

• A. Mauryan art
• B. Egyptian art
• C. Greek art
• D. Parthian art

Hint:

Study the cross-cultural influences in art to understand regional stylistic developments.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Gandhara art represents a fusion of Buddhist themes with Greco-Roman artistic techniques, evident in the naturalistic depiction of human figures and drapery.