Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings

Question:

Ajanta Caves are important because of which of the following reasons?

Options:

These depict the life of Rishabhdev

These depict the life of Mahavira.

These depict the Jataka tales.

These are not linked to Mahavir or Buddhism.

Correct Answer:

These depict the Jataka tales.

Explanation:

The paintings at Ajanta depict stories from the Jatakas. These include depictions of courtly life, processions, men and women at work, and festivals.