- The Ajanta Caves complex comprises approximately 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments. The number 26 is slightly lower than the standard count. - The paintings at Ajanta were created over a long period, starting from the 2nd century BCE (Satavahana period) and continuing into the Gupta and post-Gupta periods (up to around the 6th century CE). - The paintings richly depict events from the life of Gautama Buddha, including his birth (Jatakamala stories lead up to this and subsequent events), the Great Renunciation (Mahabhinishkraman), his enlightenment, sermons, and the final passing away (Mahaparinirvana), as well as Jataka tales.
Which of the following statements regarding Ajanta caves are correct? 1. 26 caves have been made by carving out the mountain 2. The paintings in these caves have been made at different periods 3. The pictures of the birth of Gautam Buddha, Mahabhinishkraman and Mahaparinirvana have been depicted in the paintings
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2022 · Topic: Architecture in Ancient India (Gupta Period Rock-cut Architecture: Caves of Ajanta, Ellora, and Udayagiri)
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