With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture

With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements:

  • 1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.
  • 2. The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
  • 3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 2 and 3 only
  2. 1 only
  3. 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer

The Barabar Caves are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.

Ellora is known for Hindu, Buddhist and Jain cave temples built during the rule of the Kalachuri, Chalukya and Rashtrakuta dynasties.

The correct option is C.