PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2019
Answer
Mogolmari
Explanation
Mogolmari is a significant archaeological site located in the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal. Excavations conducted mainly by the University of Calcutta have unearthed the remains of a massive ancient Buddhist monastery (Vihara) dating back to the 6th-7th centuries CE. The site has yielded numerous terracotta stucco figurines, seals, and artifacts providing evidence of a flourishing Buddhist center.
Key Points
- > The ancient name of the Mogolmari Buddhist monastery is believed to be 'Sribandaka Mahavihara'.
- > Another extremely prominent archaeological site in West Bengal is Chandraketugarh (North 24 Parganas).
- > Ahichchhatra, located in Bareilly, UP, was the ancient capital of Northern Panchala.
- > Sisupalgarh is an ancient ruined city located near Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
- > Bamangaon is typically associated with locations in Assam.
Additional Information
Important Archaeological Sites in India
| Site Name | State | Historical Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Mogolmari | West Bengal | Ancient Buddhist Vihara |
| Chandraketugarh | West Bengal | Ancient port city (Mauryan-Gupta era) |
| Sisupalgarh | Odisha | Ancient fortified pre-Mauryan city |
| Ahichchhatra | Uttar Pradesh | Capital of ancient Panchala |
| Dholavira | Gujarat | Prominent Indus Valley Civilization site |
Memory Tips
- Mogolmari: Despite the name sounding Islamic/Mughal, it is deeply famous for its Buddhist Monastery discoveries in West Bengal.