If you stroll inside the Ajanta caves you are likely to find which of the following famous ima...........

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If you stroll inside the Ajanta caves, you are likely to find which of the following famous images/sculpture there?

1. Mahaparinirvana of Buddha

2. Shiva slaying Andhaka and Wedding of Shiva

3. Padmapani and Vajrapani

4. Trimurti, Gangadhara and Ardhanarishvara

Select the correct answer using the codes below.

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 4 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2, 3 and 4

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Explanation:

Statement 1: Mahaparinirvana of Buddha on the right aisle wall and the assault of Mara during Buddha’s penance adorns the same wall. The Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha is when he finally achieves release from the mortal world.
Statement 2 and 4: These are found in Elephanta caves. Described as a "masterpiece of Gupta-Chalukyan art", the most important sculpture in the Elephanta caves is the Trimurti. The carved panel facing this one is a two-level depiction of Ravana lifting Kailash.
Statement 3: Seated Buddha in Dharmachakrapravartana mudra is notable sculpture while the notable paintings include Padmapani and Vajrapani.