Correct option is A
· The Kesariya Stupa is located in the East Champaran district of Bihar, India.
· It is an important Buddhist structure and is believed to be one of the tallest stupas in India. However, its height is not more than 204 feet.
· The stupa is around 104 feet tall, making statement 1 incorrect.
Additional Information:
- The Kesariya Stupa is believed to have been constructed by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE, though it underwent several reconstructions in subsequent centuries. It is associated with the historical and spiritual significance of Buddhism in India.
- The stupa is thought to mark the site where Lord Buddha is said to have visited and delivered teachings.
Other Options:
· It is taller than the Borobudur Stupa in Java: This statement is incorrect. The Borobudur Stupa in Java (Indonesia) is much larger, with a height of about 115 feet, but it is far more complex in design than the Kesariya Stupa. The Kesariya Stupa is not taller than Borobudur.
· Locally, it is known as ‘Raja Ben ka Deora’: This is correct. Locals refer to the Kesariya Stupa as ‘Raja Ben ka Deora’. The name is associated with local legends and folklore.
· It is located in Bihar: This is correct. The Kesariya Stupa is indeed located in Bihar, India, and is a prominent Buddhist site.
