Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Art and Culture

Which one of the following best distinguishes Mauryan pillars from Achaemenian pillars as described in the chapter?

  1. Mauryan pillars were assembled from several stone pieces, while Achaemenian pillars were carved from one rock.
  2. Mauryan pillars were rock-cut monoliths, while Achaemenian pillars were constructed in pieces.
  3. Mauryan pillars were made only of brick, while Achaemenian pillars were made only of wood.
  4. Mauryan pillars lacked capitals, while Achaemenian pillars always carried animal capitals.
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