Question 9
Which of the following, if true, would those who believe that anthropomorphic images of Buddha originated in Gandhara be likely to cite as evidence for their viewpoint?
A. Pre-Buddhist subcultures in the Gandhara region created representations of their deities in human form.
B. Mathuran Buddhas’ lightweight robes appear to have been modeled on the real robes of people who lived in a warm climate.
C. Gandharan artists were isolated from the larger society and not exposed to influences from outside the region.
D. Rulers from the Mathura region had political ties to Greek rulers and frequently exchanged gifts with them.
E. The hairstyles worn by Gandharan Buddhas are similar to those depicted on Greek pottery from the same period.
我的答案： 无