What Visible Characteristic Distinguishes Gandhara Sculptures of the Buddha

question 39

Multiple Choice

What visible characteristic distinguishes Gandhara sculptures of the Buddha?

• A) the ushnisha
• B) the use of red sandstone
• C) the defined folds in the robe
• D) the Abhaya mudras

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