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The famous rock-cut temple of Kailasa is at - |
| A. | Ajanta |
| B. | Badami |
| C. | Mahabalipuram |
| D. | Ellora |
| Answer» D. Ellora | |
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Explanation: Kailashnath Temple is a famous temple, one of the 34 monasteries and temples, extending over more than 2 km, which were dug side by side in the wall of high basalt cliff in the complex located at Ellora, Maa harashtra, India. Of these 34 monasteries and tem ples, the Kailasa (cave 16) is a remarkable example of Dravidian architecture on account of its striking pro portion; elaborate workmanship architectural content and sculptural ornamentation of rock-cut architecture. It is designed to recall Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva. It is a megalith carved out of onesingle rock. It was built in the 8th century by the Rashtra kuta king Krishna I. |
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