Buddhist Civilization
Syllabus 2017What is GCE A/L Buddhist Civilization?
Buddhist Civilization examines the socio-political thought, art, architecture, monastic institutions, and cultural evolution shaped by Buddhism across Sri Lanka, India, and Asia.
Below you'll find the official syllabus topics and free past papers for Buddhist Civilization.
Aims
- 1.Understand the civilizational contributions of Buddhism in Asian and Sri Lankan history.
- 2.Evaluate Buddhist heritage, art, political philosophy, and cultural values.
Syllabus
| # | Topic | Periods |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geographical and Cultural Background of Ancient India | 50 |
| 2 | Buddhist Political Thought and Social Institutions | 70 |
| 3 | Buddhist Art, Sculpture, and Architecture in Asia and Sri Lanka | 90 |
| 4 | Buddhist Monastic System and Educational Centers | 60 |
| 5 | Evolution of Buddhist Civilization in Contemporary Society | 50 |
Past papers
7 Buddhist Civilization A/L past papers available, from GCE A/L 2015 to GCE A/L 2025.