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The British Museum in London has a fascinating collection of ancient Indian artefacts.
These objects help us learn about India’s history, religions, art, and everyday life from thousands of years ago.

• Amaravati Marbles – stone carvings from a Buddhist stupa showing scenes from the life of the Buddha.
• Tipu Sultan’s Tiger – a mechanical sculpture showing a tiger attacking a soldier, once owned by an Indian ruler.
• Sultanganj Buddha – a large bronze statue showing the skill of ancient Indian metalworkers.
• Statues of Hindu gods – including Shiva, Vishnu, and Durga, made from stone and bronze.
• Jain temple carvings – peaceful figures and symbols from the Jain religion.
• Miniature paintings – colourful artworks showing stories, royal life, and traditions.
• Ancient coins – from Indian empires like the Mauryan and Mughal, showing rulers and trade.
• Textiles – including muslin and embroidered garments showing India’s famous fabric-making skills.
• Weapons and armour – decorated swords and shields used by Indian royalty.
• Manuscripts – old texts written on palm leaves and paper, including parts of the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
• Mughal jade objects – beautifully carved bowls and vases made from jade stone.
• Ashoka Pillar fragment – a piece of a stone pillar used to spread messages across ancient India.
• Hoysala bronzes – detailed statues from South India showing gods and dancers.