The Adhālaka-Mahācetiya at Kanaganahalli as a Political Monument

Abstract The discovery of the Adhālaka-Mahācetiya, whose name survives in various inscriptions from site, is among major archaeological finds India during 20th century. Numerous excellently preserved images and have substantially broadened knowledge Buddhist art, and, perhaps more important, allow certain conclusions on relationship Saṃgha ruling Śātavāhana dynasty. When comparing corpora within world found at other previously known sites such as Sāñcī or Nāgārjunakoṇḍa, Kanaganahalli emerges a unique place where politics both Śātavāhanas are documented. interpretation some royal with their seems to rare glimpse into foreign policy, particularly rivals, Kṣatrapa rulers western India. Lastly, those Aśoka show that Mauryan rule was not forgotten Kanaganahalli, which very close site nearby Sannati (a find spot Aśokan edicts). At same time these prominent position Adhālaka-Mahāceitya prove keen awareness interest events past by who designed program for decorating monument.