The Position of Women in Hindu Civilisation, from Prehistoric Times to the Present Day c15.s1.20

c15.s1.20

But the sculptures in Central and Southern India and the paintings at Ajanta and Bagh caves have quite a different tale to tell. In the sculptures at Bharhut (*c.* 150 B. C.) the *sari* is generally seen covering the lower person only; no part of it is taken round the bust so as to cover the breasts and shoulders (See Pl. III, B). A separate upper garment is often worn by women, but it does not at all cover their bosom (See Pl. III, A). The same is the case with the sculptures at Sanchi and Amaraoti and the paintings at Ajanta, which cover the first four or five centuries of the Christian era.