Istorically, the main purpose of statues has been to a. commemorate rulers and other important individuals. b. document events future generations should be aware of. c. create portraits of people who have served in government. d. serve as a tombstone for the ashes of the dead. Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D

Their main purpose has been to A. commemorate rulers and other important individuals.

Explanation:

Statues are usually put up to honor individuals of a high status. For example, in Greece, they were put up to honor gods and goddesses.

As we can see, a statue is usually a very flattering sculpture, showing the individual in his/her best and almost god-like self. This is why historically they have fulfilled the purpose of commemorating important individuals.