Which of the following is a typical feature of Buddhist Stupa architecture?

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1. **Stupa form:** A classic Buddhist stupa has a **hemispherical dome** called the anda.
2. **Harmika on top:** Above the dome sits a small square platform called the **harmika** and often a mast with umbrella-like elements.
3. **Compare styles:** A tall shikhara with amalaka is Hindu temple style; ornate spires and flying buttresses are Gothic; flat roofs with wooden beams are not typical for stupas.
4. **Conclusion:** The hemispherical dome with harmika is a typical stupa feature.

FINAL_ANSWER: b

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