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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2017 GS-I
Question

Consider the following statements:

(a) The early chaityagrihas and viharas of Guntuphalli in West Godavari district are rock cut.
(b) The chaityas and viharas of Eastern deccan are usually rock cut.

Of these statements:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Both a and b are correct

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Both a and b are correct”.
Guntuphalli (Andhra Pradesh) is known for its rock-cut caves and Buddhist remains, including chaityagrihas and viharas.

The Eastern Deccan region of India, which includes areas such as Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, is well-known for its rock-cut architecture. Many chaityas and viharas in this region were carved out of rock, showcasing the rich Buddhist heritage of the area.

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