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The Mahabodhi Temple was built entirely from ______ by Ashoka.
Question

The Mahabodhi Temple was built entirely from ______ by Ashoka.

A.

bricks

B.

wood

C.

stones

D.

rocks

Correct option is A

The correct answer is: (a) bricks
Explanation:
· The original Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya was commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE.
· It was constructed using bricks, which was an advanced architectural technique during Mauryan times.
· The present structure includes later renovations, but the core structure was built in bricks.
Information Booster:
· Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
· Located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar.
· Marks the site where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment.
· Ashoka visited Bodh Gaya during his spiritual transformation.
· The temple features pillars, brick stupas, and railings.
· It remains a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists worldwide.
Additional Information:
· Wood (b) – Rarely used for such grand religious monuments.
· Stones/Rocks (c/d) – Used in later temple constructions, not Ashokan brickwork.

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