The rock-cut caves of Ellora represent a harmonious blend of which three major religious traditions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The rock-cut caves of Ellora represent a harmonious blend of which three major religious traditions?
A. Buddhism, Jainism, and Zoroastrianism
B. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism
C. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Ajivikism
D. Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ellora features 34 major rock-cut caves containing Hindu (Caves 17-29), Buddhist (Caves 1-12), and Jain (Caves 30-34) monuments built primarily during the Rashtrakuta and Yadava periods.

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Practice More Important Monuments of India Questions

Question #1
Which specific architectural style is prominently displayed in the temples of Pattadakal in Karnataka?
A. Purely Nagara style
B. Purely Dravida style
C. A combination of both Nagara and Dravida styles
D. A mixture of Vesara and Kalinga styles

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Pattadakal features a unique blend of northern (Nagara) and southern (Dravida) styles of Hindu temple architecture built by the Chalukya dynasty.

Question #2
The monument built entirely without foundation is:
A. Taj Mahal
B. Qutub Minar
C. Red Fort
D. Hawa Mahal

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Hawa Mahal is considered one of the tallest buildings without a traditional foundation.

Question #3
The 'Rani ni Vav' is a:
A. Fort
B. Temple
C. Mosque
D. Stepwell

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Rani ni Vav (Rani ki Vav) is an elaborately designed stepwell.