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Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
PRELIMS 2013 · ART AND CULTURE
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. Wh…
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• Chaitya is a congregational worship hall (shrine/prayer hall) with a stupa at the apsidal end; Vihara is a monastery/dwelling for monks.
• The terms are not interchangeable; they have distinct ritual and residential functions.
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