In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 1 — Andhra
Dhanyakataka (modern-day Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh) was an ancient city located in the Andhra region of South India. It flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghika sect, one of the earliest Buddhist schools that later influenced the development of Mahayana Buddhism. The site is renowned for its magnificent stupa and sculptural art, making it a major pilgrimage and learning centre in ancient times.
📝 Short Notes: Ancient Buddhist Centres in India
| Buddhist Centre | Region/Location | Associated Sect/Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanyakataka (Amaravati) | Andhra Pradesh | Mahasanghika sect; famous stupa with elaborate sculptures |
| Taxila | Gandhara (Pakistan) | Major learning centre; Gandhara art style |
| Nalanda | Magadha (Bihar) | Great monastic university; Mahayana Buddhism |
| Vikramashila | Magadha (Bihar) | Established by Dharmapala; Tantric Buddhism |
| Sanchi | Madhya Pradesh | Famous stupa commissioned by Ashoka |
| Dhauli | Kalinga (Odisha) | Rock edicts of Ashoka; site of Kalinga War |
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