Correct option is C
- The Ellora Caves, located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India, consist of 34 caves, which include temples and monasteries carved into the basalt rock of the Charanandri Hills.
- These caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and represent a harmonious blend of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain religious art and architecture.
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Breakdown of the 34 caves:
- Buddhist Caves (Caves 1–12): Monasteries (Viharas) and a few temples, mainly used for meditation and teaching.
- Hindu Caves (Caves 13–29): Large temples, including the famous Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), known for its monumental single-rock excavation.
- Jain Caves (Caves 30–34): Smaller caves with intricate carvings reflecting the Jain philosophy of simplicity and detachment.
The construction of these caves spanned from the 6th to the 10th century CE, showcasing advancements in Indian rock-cut architecture.
