Question

in ancient indian sculpture, people were represented
a. by abstract forms
b. realistically
c. always along side buddha
d. as reincarnated animals

Explanation:

In ancient Indian sculpture, especially in early Buddhist and Hindu art, human figures (including representations of people) often used abstract forms to convey spiritual or symbolic meanings rather than realistic depictions. Option b is incorrect as realistic representation was not the norm. Option c is wrong because not all human representations in ancient Indian sculpture were always alongside Buddha (there were other deities, scenes, etc.). Option d is incorrect as representing people as reincarnated animals is not a typical feature of ancient Indian sculpture's representation of people.

Answer:

a. by abstract forms