ATTEMPT · ART AND CULTURE · PRELIMS 2013
Consider the following historical places: 1. Ajanta Caves 2. Lepakshi Temple 3. Sanchi Stupa Which of the abo…
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Consider the following historical places:
1. Ajanta Caves
2. Lepakshi Temple
3. Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?
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• Correct Answer: B
• Ajanta (2nd c. BCE–5th c. CE) and Lepakshi (16th c. Vijayanagara) are renowned for mural paintings depicting Jataka tales and Puranic scenes.
• Sanchi is famous for stone relief sculptures on toranas, not murals.
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