Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Components (hierarchy name)
4. components (objects parts)
5. [components by specific context]
6. architectural elements
7. [surface elements and surface element components]
8. surface elements (architectural)
9. [floors and floor components]
10. floors (surface elements)
11. platforms (floors)

Narrower term/s

• mañcabandha
• ṭaṅkitamañca
• mañca
• mañcikā

Anotations

Scope note:

Raised indoor platforms at or along one end of halls or similar large rooms as places of honor or prominence, as would be reserved for dignitaries, officers, or speakers. For, usually smaller, indoor or outdoor raised platforms used by speakers or conductors, prefer "podiums (platforms)."