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Q · Buddhist ArchitectureMedium · 45s
Which one of the following is a Chaitya cave?
TopicBuddhist Architecture
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Cave 19 at Ajanta is a Chaitya (prayer hall with stupa). Karle is also a famous Chaitya but is not part of Ajanta. Cave 1 is a Vihara; Elephanta is rock-cut but primarily Shaivite.
Final Answer: Option B — Ajanta Cave 19