Where do we come across the madhavapura mahavihara?

Question

Question

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OPSC OAS 2023 Prelims (General Studies) Official Paper-I

Answer 1

The Correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

Madhavapura Mahavihara is a Buddhist monastic complex located at Udayagiri, which is part of the Diamond Triangle in Odisha, along with Ratnagiri and Lalitagiri.
Udayagiri is the largest Buddhist center among the three and has significant archaeological importance due to its large stupas, monasteries, and votive structures.
Madhavapura Mahavihara consists of:
- A Mahastupa (Main Stupa).
- Chaityagrihas (prayer halls for monks and devotees).
- Votive Stupas, often erected as offerings or after fulfilling a wish.
- Commemorative Stupas, typically used to house relics of monks or serve as memorials.