Consider the following statements 1 Gupta age saw a decline in the development of stupas 2 Sultangan...........

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Consider the following statements:

1. Gupta age saw a decline in the development of stupas.

2. Sultanganj Buddha related to Gupta age.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 Nor 2

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Explanation:

During the Gupta period, a new school of sculpture developed around Sarnath. It was characterised by the use of cream coloured sandstone and the use of metal. The sculptures of this school were immaculately dressed and lacked any form of nakedness. The halo around the head of Buddha was intricately decorated. Example: Sultanganj Buddha (7.5 ft high)