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Stolen Or Preserved? The British Museum’s 15 Most Controversial Relics

Darren April 13, 2026 10 min

11. Sultanganj Buddha

The Sultanganj Buddha is a monumental copper statue from the 5th to 7th century CE, discovered in Sultanganj, Bihar, India, in 1861. Standing 2.3 meters tall and weighing over 500 kilograms, it exemplifies Gupta period artistry. The statue holds profound spiritual significance for Buddhists, and calls for its repatriation have been made, including a 2023 ‘padyatra’ from Sultanganj to India’s Prime Minister’s office. (timesofindia)

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11. Sultanganj Buddha

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