The hemispherical mound that forms the main body of a stupa is called the:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Anda
A stupa began as a simple semi-circular mound of earth, later called the anda. Above it was the harmika and a mast with umbrellas, and the stupa was surrounded by a railing with gateways (toranas).