Q1. Which of the following is not related to the Gandhara School of Art ?
(a) Ellora
(b) Ajanta
(c) Khajuraho
(d) Elephanta
(UPSC Prelims 1980)
Answer: (c) Khajuraho
Explanation: The Gandhara School of Art is known for Greco-Buddhist sculptures, while Khajuraho is famous for erotic temple carvings, belonging to a different artistic tradition.
Q2. Gandhara School of Art was developed during the reign of
(a) Ashoka
(b) Kanishka
(c) Chandragupta
(d) Bindusara
(UPSC Prelims 1986)
Answer: (b) Kanishka
Explanation: The Gandhara School of Art, known for its Greco-Buddhist style, flourished under Kanishka, a Kushan emperor who promoted Buddhism and artistic synthesis.