Which one of the following statements is correct? [Art & Culture]

(a) Ajanta Caves lie in the gorge of Waghora River.

(b) Sanchi Stupa lies in the gorge of Chambal River.

(c) Pandu-Lena Cave Shrines lie in the gorge of Narmada River.

(d) Amaravati Stupa lies in the gorge of Godavari River

Answer: a

Explanation:

The most prominent examples of rock-cut architecture are found at Ajanta and Bagh. The spectacular Buddhist site of Ajanta consists of several caves nested in a curving section of Sahyadri hills overlooking the Waghora River.

Hence, option a is correct.

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