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Stupa construction experienced a decline during the Gupta period, yet the Dhamek Stupa in Sarnath, near Varanasi, stands as a notable exception from this era.
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The emergence of the Sarnath School of Sculpture, located near Sarnath, is noteworthy. In Sarnath, numerous Buddha images feature simple, transparent drapery enveloping both shoulders, with a minimally adorned halo encircling the head. This contrasts with the Buddha images from Mathura, which preserve the folds of the drapery, and the halos around the head are intricately embellished. A notable example is the Sultanganj Buddha, standing at a height of 7.5 feet.
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From 320 to 550 CE, the Gupta Empire held sway over northern, central, and southern India, leaving an indelible mark on the realms of arts, architecture, sciences, religion, and philosophy. The era witnessed significant achievements under the rule of Chandragupta I (320–335 CE), who spearheaded the rapid development of the Gupta Empire and emerged as its inaugural autonomous ruler. This period marked the conclusion of 500 centuries dominated by regional powers and the ensuing instability that followed the decline of the Mauryas. Instead, it ushered in an era of overall prosperity and expansion, spanning the next two and a half centuries and famously known as India's Golden Age.
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