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Unit 8: South, East, and Southeast Asia, 300 BCE–1980 CE
8.1 South Asian Art
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Which countries are included in the geographical scope of South Asian Art?
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal
The scope of South Asian Art spans over
2,000
years.
South Asian Art covers only one medium, stone.
False
Which major religions influenced South Asian Art?
Buddhism and Hinduism
Match the characteristic with its example:
Geographical Scope ↔️ India, Nepal, Sri Lanka
Religious Influence ↔️ Buddhist sculptures
Artistic Mediums ↔️ Bronze statues
Geographical Scope includes countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and
Nepal
.
Islam is the only religion that influenced South Asian Art.
False
What is an example of religious influence in South Asian Art?
Buddhist sculptures
Order the following countries based on their influence on South Asian Art, from most to least:
1️⃣ India
2️⃣ Indonesia
What regions are included in the geographical scope of South Asian Art?
India, Pakistan, Nepal
The scope of South Asian Art spans over 2,000 years, from 300 BCE to
1980
CE.
Buddhism and Hinduism significantly influenced
South Asian
Art.
What are the primary materials used in South Asian Art?
Stone, metal, textiles
Buddhist sculptures are examples of the
religious
influence in South Asian Art.
Match the key empire with its impact on South Asian Art:
Mauryan Empire ↔️ Established Buddhist iconography
Gupta Empire ↔️ Refined classical styles
Mughal Empire ↔️ Introduced Persian motifs
Chola Dynasty ↔️ Created elaborate bronze sculptures
The Taj Mahal is an example of
Mughal
architecture.
What does the lotus motif symbolize in South Asian Art?
Purity, enlightenment
The Taj Mahal is an iconic monument representing love and Islamic
influence
.
The Mauryan Empire established the initial
Buddhist iconography
in South Asian Art.
What are the two key themes in South Asian Art?
Religion and Nature
What are two key themes in South Asian Art?
Religion and Nature
The lotus in South Asian art is a symbol of purity and
enlightenment
The elephant motif in
South Asian
art represents power and wisdom.
What does the tree motif in South Asian art represent?
Life, growth, fertility
The lion statue in South Asian art is often used to guard
entrances
Match the period/style with the corresponding artwork:
Mauryan ↔️ Lion Capital of Ashoka
Gupta ↔️ Seated Buddha
Mughal ↔️ Taj Mahal
Chola ↔️ Nataraja
What are the key characteristics of the Seated Buddha from the Gupta period?
Serene expression, symmetrical form
The Nataraja sculpture from the Chola period symbolizes creation, preservation, and
destruction
The Taj Mahal showcases Mughal grandeur and
Persian-influenced
architecture.
What are two examples of Mauryan art mentioned in the study material?
Ashoka's Pillars, Sanchi Stupa
The major religions that have influenced South Asian art are Buddhism, Hinduism, and
Islam
Buddhism influenced monumental structures like the
Sanchi Stupa
.
What are two examples of Islamic art in South Asia?
Taj Mahal, Persian carpets
The Silk Road facilitated cultural exchange, introducing new motifs and materials to South
Asia
What is the result of cultural fusion in South Asian art?
Combination of local and foreign aesthetics
Match the cultural influence with a characteristic in South Asian art:
Persian ↔️ Geometric patterns, calligraphy
Greek ↔️ Humanistic sculpture
Central Asian ↔️ Use of lapis lazuli
South Asian art ranges from 300 BCE to
1980 CE
.
Key characteristics of South Asian art include the influence of major religions and the use of diverse artistic
materials
Which empire is associated with early Buddhist iconography and monumental structures?
Mauryan Empire
The Mughal Empire's art reflects Islamic influence from
Central Asia
.
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