Question

The Mathura School of Art is notable for incorporating imagery from which of the following religious traditions?

• A. Only Buddhism
• B. Only Hinduism
• C. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism
• D. Buddhism and Christianity

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism

Situated along the banks of the Yamuna River, with major centers in Mathura, Sonkh, and Kankali Tila. Flourished under the Kushana rulers. Encompassed Hinduism (both Shaivite and Vaishnavite traditions), Buddhism, and Jainism. Entirely indigenous, with no external influence. Many sculptures were inspired by the earlier Yaksha images from the Mauryan period. Crafted primarily from spotted red sandstone.