The Didarganj Yakshi, discovered in 1917 near Patna, represents a crucial bridge between court art and popular art of the Mauryan period. Which of the following features of this sculpture highlights its unique position in Indian art history?

Options:

• A: It is the earliest known Indian stone sculpture carved entirely in the round with a high-gloss polish, depicting a semi-divine female figure.
• B: It was found inside the ruins of the 80-pillared hall at Kumrahar, proving its direct association with royal court ceremonies.
• C: It is made of spotted red sandstone from Mathura, showing early trade links between Pataliputra and the Surasena region.
• D: It is a relief sculpture carved onto a pillar, serving as a structural support for a Buddhist chaitya.

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