Architectural System in Sanskrit — DU B.A. (Prog.) Sanskrit (MAJOR) Previous Year Question Papers

What are the Pancha Mahabhutas (Five Great Elements)? Describe their origin based on the Bhojasamaranganasutradhara What is the significance of the Grihastha Ashram (Householder Stage) within the Varnashrama system? Provide a detailed explanation based on the Vasturatnakara Discuss in detail the classification of Vastu based on construction as described in Describe in detail the nature of the 'Vastu Purusha,' based on the Vastuvidyadhyaya of the Brihat Samhita. Describe in detail the process of land selection and testing in ancient Indian architecture. Provide a detailed descriptión of the various types of land in ancient Indian Vastu Shastra. Describe in detail the division of houses, directions, door construction, door decoration and door decision according to Brihadvastumala. Throw light on the initial stages of house construction in ancient Indian architecture. Write short notes on any three of the following: Seven Types of Vastu Based on Construction # Types of Land 9)Tut: Punyakavastu 5)#: Land Reforms