- (a)1 only
- (b)1 and 3 only
- (c)2 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
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Why it looks disputed: Statement 2 (Amaravati "next only to Sanchi in size") tempts a "1, 2 and 3" answer.
Statement 2 is false: Amaravati's dome (about 53 m across) was larger than Sanchi, and NCERT calls it among India's largest stupas — not "next only to Sanchi." Statements 1 and 3 stand, so (b).
UnlockIAS assessment from primary / official sources, prepared 24 May 2026 — pending the official UPSC provisional answer key.
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