<h4>Recent Focus on Amravati</h4><p>The <strong>Finance Minister</strong> recently announced significant financial support of <strong>Rs 15,000 crore</strong> for <strong>Andhra Pradesh</strong>. This funding is allocated for the construction of its new capital city, also named <strong>Amravati</strong>, and to stimulate other development activities across the state.</p><div class="info-box"><strong>Financial Support:</strong> Rs 15,000 crore<br><strong>Recipient State:</strong> Andhra Pradesh<br><strong>Purpose:</strong> Capital city construction (Amravati) and state development</div><h4>Amravati: A Site of Historical and Spiritual Significance</h4><p>This recent financial announcement has brought renewed attention to <strong>Amravati</strong>. It is a location of profound <strong>historical and spiritual significance</strong> within <strong>Andhra Pradesh</strong>, despite remaining relatively unrecognised by many.</p><div class="key-point-box"><strong>Amravati's Dual Identity:</strong> The name refers both to the ancient Buddhist site and the proposed new capital city of Andhra Pradesh.</div><h4>Amravati as a Prominent Buddhist Centre</h4><p>Historically, <strong>Amravati</strong> was a flourishing centre of <strong>Buddhism</strong>, particularly during the reign of the <strong>Satavahanas</strong> and later the <strong>Ikshvakus</strong>. It is renowned for its magnificent <strong>Maha Stupa</strong> and a distinctive school of art.</p><div class="exam-tip-box">UPSC often asks about regional art styles. Understanding the <strong>Amravati School of Art</strong> is crucial for <strong>Art and Culture (GS Paper I)</strong>.</div>