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Ajanta Caves — MCQ Practice

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Version 1Updated 7 Mar 2026

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Q1medium

With reference to the Ajanta Caves, consider the following statements: 1. The caves primarily depict themes related to Hinduism and Jainism. 2. The earliest excavations belong to the Hinayana phase of Buddhism. 3. The paintings extensively use the fresco-secco technique with natural pigments. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q2easy

The famous Bodhisattva Padmapani and Vajrapani paintings are prominently found in which of the following Ajanta Caves?

Q3medium

Which of the following dynasties is associated with the patronage of the later (Mahayana) phase of Ajanta Caves?

Q4medium

Consider the following statements regarding the architectural features of Ajanta Caves: 1. Chaitya halls were primarily used as monastic residences. 2. Viharas often included a central shrine with a Buddha image in the Mahayana phase. 3. The earliest caves (Hinayana phase) featured elaborate anthropomorphic Buddha images. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5easy

The Jataka tales depicted in Ajanta Caves primarily serve to illustrate:

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