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Identify the structural feature marked ‘A’ of Sanchi Stupa and choose the correct option from the following:
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In stupa architecture, the *Anda* represents the dome that encapsulates the relics and symbolizes the universe, a key feature in Buddhist monuments.
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CBSE Class XII
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Jan 13, 2026
Harmika
Yashti
Chhatri
Anda
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The Correct Option is
D
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The structure labeled 'A' in the image of Sanchi Stupa is the *Anda*, a hemispherical dome that signifies the cosmic mountain and Buddha's parinirvana. This prominent architectural element houses relics and is central to Buddhist stupa design.
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