Consider the following statements historical places:

1. Ajanta Caves
2. Lepakshi Temple
3. Sanchi Stupa

Which of the above places is / are also known for mural paintings?

1 only

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1 and 2 only

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1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is B 1 and 2 only
Ajanta Caves have mural paintings in caves 1 , 2 , 16 and 17. Some of the paintings were commissioned by Harisena of Vakataka dynasty. The theme of the paintings was Jataka tales. Lepakshi Temple is renowned for being one of the best repositories of mural paintings of the Vijaynagar kings. Sanchi Stupa has many beautiful sculptures but not mural paintings.

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