UPSC History The Gupta Empire Question Bank Ancient History

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    Consider the following statements about different mudras of Buddha:
    1. In Abhaymudra, palm of left hand is shown upright.
    2. In Bhumisparsha mudra, Buddha touches the ground with his left hand.
    3. Varadamudra is expressed with left hand.
    4. Karana mudra is used to ward off the evil.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A)  1 and 2 only                

    B)  2 and 3 only

    C)  3 and 4 only                

    D)  1 and 4 only

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     In Abhaymudra righthand is upright. Also, in Bhumisparshamud Buddha touches the ground with his right hand to be the witness to truth.                                              


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