Questions: Question 8 (1 point) What was the Buddhist stupa, at first a mound tomb, transformed into? A symbol of Buddhist power A monument to Shiva A monument that contained the Buddha's ashes or relics A symbol of reincarnation

The answer is A monument that contained the Buddha's ashes or relics.

While stupas can be seen as symbols of Buddhist influence and presence, their primary transformation was not into a symbol of power but rather into a religious monument.

This option is incorrect because stupas are specifically associated with Buddhism, not Hinduism or the worship of Shiva.

This is the correct answer. Originally, stupas were mound-like structures that evolved to enshrine the relics of the Buddha or other significant Buddhist figures. They became important pilgrimage sites and were central to Buddhist practice and devotion.

While the concept of reincarnation is significant in Buddhism, stupas themselves are not primarily symbols of reincarnation. They are more directly associated with the Buddha and his teachings.