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Ajanta, which is located in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, is famous for which of the following monuments of Buddhist architecture?
Question

Ajanta, which is located in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, is famous for which of the following monuments of Buddhist architecture?

A.

Viharas

B.

Stambhas

C.

Caves

D.

Stupas

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Caves.
• Total caves: 30
• Period: 2nd century BCE – 6th century CE
• Religion: Buddhism
• Location: Aurangabad district, Maharashtra
Information Booster:
• UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983
• Features rock-cut caves and murals
• Includes Chaitya halls and Viharas
• Patronage: Satavahana and Vakataka dynasties
Additional Information:
• Ajanta paintings depict Jataka tales
• Made from basalt volcanic rock
• Nearby Ellora caves show multi-religious architecture

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