Which of the following statements is are correct regarding the Elephanta Caves 1 It is collection of...........

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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Elephanta Caves?

1. It is collection of cave temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Buddhist caves.

2. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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1 only

2 only

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

They were constructed around the mid-5th to 6th centuries AD. They are a collection of cave temples primarily dedicated to Lord Shiv but also have Buddhist caves. Elephanta Caves is currently maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.