Question

Match Column I with Column II and choose the correct option:
\[ \begin{array}{|l|l|} \hline \textbf{Column I (Sculpture of Sanchi)} & \textbf{Column II (Symbolism)} \\ \hline 1. \text{Empty Seat} & \text{(i) Symbol of good fortune} \\ 2. \text{Wheel} & \text{(ii) Auspicious symbol} \\ 3. \text{Shalabhanjika} & \text{(iii) First sermon of Buddha} \\ 4. \text{Gajalakshmi} & \text{(iv) Mahaparinibbana} \\ \hline \end{array} \]

• A. 1-(ii), 2-(i), 3-(iii), 4-(iv)
• B. 1-(i), 2-(ii), 3-(iv), 4-(iii)
• C. 1-(iv), 2-(iii), 3-(ii), 4-(i)
• D. 1-(iii), 2-(iv), 3-(i), 4-(ii)

Hint:

For matching symbolism questions, focus on key Buddhist symbols and their meanings in art and architecture.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

- Mahaparinibbana (Buddha's death) is represented by an Empty Seat.
- The Wheel symbolizes Buddha's First Sermon.
- An auspicious symbol is represented by the Shalabhanjika.
- Good fortune is symbolized by Gajalakshmi.