Statement 1 is incorrect. The Ajanta caves are primarily associated with Buddhism, featuring paintings and sculptures depicting the Jataka tales (stories of the Buddha's previous lives) and scenes from his life. Statement 2 is correct. The Kailasa Temple (Cave 16) at Ellora is a monumental monolithic rock-cut temple dedicated to Shiva and is widely considered the most outstanding architectural achievement among the Ellora caves. Statement 3 is correct. The Ajanta caves were built over a considerable period, dating from roughly the 2nd century BCE (Satavahana period) to the 5th-6th centuries CE (Vakataka period), involving different phases of construction and patronage by various rulers over about eight centuries.
Which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. The Ajanta caves have been painted with scenes from Jainism. 2. The crowning achievement of Ellora caves is the colossal monolithic Kailasanath temple. 3. The Ajanta caves have been built over a period of eight centuries by different rulers. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
Asked in UPSC CAPF 2010 · Topic: Architecture in Ancient India (Rashtrakuta Period Rock-cut Temples: Kailasa Temple at Ellora)
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