- Statement I is true. The Mathura school of art, which flourished from the 1st to the 3rd centuries CE, is well known for its sculptures, primarily made from a distinctive red sandstone, often found with white spots. This material is a defining characteristic of the Mathura style. - Statement II is true. The red sandstone used by the Mathura sculptors was readily available from quarries in the region surrounding Mathura, such as those at Sikri and Rupbas. - Statement II directly explains why Statement I is true. The rich sculptural tradition of Mathura utilized white spotted red sandstone because this material was easily accessible locally. The availability of the raw material in the region directly influenced the characteristic medium of the sculptures produced there.
Consider the following statements: Statement I: The rich sculptural tradition of Mathura is distinguished by its principal medium, the white spotted red sandstone Statement II: The white spotted red sandstone is locally available in Mathura region
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2014 · Topic: Architecture in Ancient India (Materials, Techniques, and Ornamentation in Ancient Indian Architecture)
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Answer: A. Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
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