Question

In the 19th century, why were the French and English interested in the stupa at Sanchi?

• A. To learn about Indian cuisine
• B. To study Indian politics
• C. To display the eastern gateway in European museums
• D. To promote Indian art and culture

Hint:

To remember the survival of Sanchi vs. Amaravati: Amaravati was "looted" because it was discovered earlier when preservation wasn't a priority. Sanchi survived because the rulers of Bhopal took active interest in its on-site preservation and offered plaster casts to the Europeans instead of the originals.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C