Question Q 12GS1GS1
Discuss the significance of Lion & Bull figure in Indian mythology, art & architecture.
Introduction
Lion & Bull figure in Indian History represent rich cultural heritage
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Main Body
Lion & Bull figure in Indian History represent rich cultural heritage
Significance of Lion:
(A) In Mythology
(1) Comparison of Goddess Durga
2Narasimha represents Vishnu in Half-man and half-Lion form
3King of Animals representing strength.
4Moral stories in Panchatantra of Vishnu sharing suffaced through Lion.
5Buddha's teaching also symbolised by Lion. eg: Tataka tales
B) Art and Architecture
1Lion capital at Rampuaing (Bihar) - Now kept at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
2Art and Architecture:
2Sarnath pillar of Ashoka: Lion Capital is adopted as National emblem of India => placed over new parliament building.
3Sun temple Konarak: Intricate Carvings of Lion on temple walls enhance its beauty.
Significance of Bull:
(A) In Mythology
2Companion of Lord Shiva representing strength & valor, dexterity.
4Worshipped for Agricultural prosperity
9Lord krishna story as Cow & Bull herder.
B) In Art & Architecture:
11Lion Capital at Rampuaing (Bihar) - Now kept at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
12Kaliyangan Bull from Indus Valley civilization shows importance of Animals during IVC.
13Temples: Nandi Bull outside Thanjaore temple in Tamil Nadu.
Ultimately Lion & Bull figure signify the importance of Nature worship, Animal welfare which have been prevalent in Indian cultural Since ages.
— Abhishek Singh
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Conclusion
Ultimately Lion & Bull figure signify the importance of Nature worship, Animal welfare which have been prevalent in Indian cultural Since ages.
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- Well-structured answer with clear distinction between mythology and architecture
- Good examples from various periods
- Connected to current national symbolism (parliament emblem)
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Topper
Abhishek Singh
2023
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Sculpture
Significance of symbolic figures in Indian art
Writing Stats
238
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