Gandhara art developed during the Kushan Period, particularly under the rule of Kanishka the Great.
- It is known for its unique blend of Indian and Greek (Hellenistic) artistic styles.
- The art was mainly Buddhist in theme and depicted Buddha in human form, which was influenced by Greek and Roman sculpture techniques.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Mughal art – Developed much later during the Mughal Empire (16th–18th century), known for Persian influences and miniature paintings.
- (B) Kushan art – This is not a specific term used in art history; the correct term is Gandhara art for this period and style.
- (C) Persian art – Originated in Persia (modern-day Iran) and has different characteristics, unrelated to the Greek-Indian fusion seen in Gandhara.
So, Gandhara art is the correct and specific term for the Indo-Greek artistic style that flourished during the Kushan Period.
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