The advent of Buddhism and Jainism was instrumental in development of architecture in ancient India. Discuss.
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The advent of Buddhism and Jainism was instrumental in development of architecture in ancient India. Discuss.
The advent of Buddhism and Jainism in ancient India had a significant influence on the development of architecture in the following ways: Buddhism: - Stupas: Built to preserve relics of Lord Buddha and served as a place of worship. Examples include Sanchi, Bharhut, and Gaya. - Chaitya Halls: Large cRead more
The advent of Buddhism and Jainism in ancient India had a significant influence on the development of architecture in the following ways:
Buddhism:
– Stupas: Built to preserve relics of Lord Buddha and served as a place of worship. Examples include Sanchi, Bharhut, and Gaya.
– Chaitya Halls: Large congregational spaces for group prayers and worship, often housing stupas.
– Viharas: Monasteries built for monks, featuring cells for study and residence.
Jainism:
– Temples: Constructed in western India, following a similar plan to monasteries for Jain monks and Brahmanical Hindu temples.
– Jaina Contribution: Influenced Prakrit and Kannada literature, and refined the doctrine of non-violence (Ahimsa).
Shared Influence:
– Use of local materials like mud, burnt bricks, and stone.
– Development of new architectural forms, such as domes and large congregational spaces.
– Regional styles emerged, reflecting local tastes and preferences.
– Artisans and artists worked across religions, leading to shared stylistic elements.
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