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The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of |
| A. | religion |
| B. | art |
| C. | literature |
| D. | architecture |
| Answer» B. art | |
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Explanation: The Kushanas were great patrons of art. It was under the rule of the Kushans that principles were formed for making sculptural images, which continued to influence making of sculptures ever after , During this time, Buddha was first shown in human form (earlier he was represented by symbols like lotus footsteps). Other Hindu and Jain deities also began to be shown in human form. Mathura and Gandhara were the two main centers of art during the time of the Kushanas. |
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