Religious Iconography In Ancient Art
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📝 Q&A
Q1: Which Indus Valley seal figure is proto-Shiva?
Answer: The Pashupati Seal.
Q2: Name the two main phases of Buddhist iconography.
Answer: Aniconic and Iconic.
Q3: Which four attributes identify Vishnu iconographically?
Answer: Chakra, conch, mace, lotus.
Q4: What posture defines Jain Tirthankara images?
Answer: Kayotsarga (standing meditation).
Q5: Which animal mount is often shown with Devi?
Answer: Lion or tiger.