Consider the following statements about Ellora: 1. This art-historical site is associated exclusively with Buddhism. 2. The Kailasa temple at Ellora has been built of dressed stone and kiln fired bricks. Which of the statements given above is/are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?

  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 2 only
  3. C. Both 1 and 2
  4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: D. Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Ellora is not exclusively Buddhist; it features Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain monuments. Additionally, the famous Kailasa temple is monolithic, carved entirely out of a single rock, not built using dressed stones and bricks.

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