Question

    Identify the Indian state that is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Ajanta Caves.

    A Maharashtra Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Karnataka Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Madhya Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Andhra Pradesh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Ajanta Caves, famed for their ancient Buddhist murals, are located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra. These caves, dating from the 2nd century BCE to about 480 or 650 CE, represent some of the finest examples of early Buddhist architecture, cave paintings, and sculptures in India.

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