Question

Q24. Consider the following statements:

1. The Ellora caves were initially built by the Rashtrakutas

2. There are 32 caves in Ellora.

3. The five Jain caves at Ellora belong to the Digambara Sect.

Which of the statement/s is/are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) 1 and 3 only
• D. d) 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) 1 and 3 only

There are 34 caves in Ellora. Out of them, 12 are Buddhist Caves, 17 Hindu Caves and 5 Jaina Caves. The five Jain caves at Ellora belong to the Digambara sect. They are known for detailed work in sculpture