Answer: (b)

Explanation:

Hunting scenes predominate in the paintings of the Mesolithic period. The Mesolithic period in India is considered to be from about 10,000 BC to 8,000 BC. During this period man was dependent on hunting. He obtained his food by killing wild animals. Therefore, hunting scenes feature prominently in Mesolithic paintings. Many cave paintings from the Mesolithic period show groups of people killing animals. It refers to the hunter-gatherer era.

Answer: C

Explanation:

The Jain temples of Dilwara are located in the Mount Abu town of Sirohi district of Rajasthan. These temples are a group of five temples, which were built between the 11th and 13th centuries. These temples are dedicated to the Tirthankaras of Jainism. The most famous among these is the Vimala Vasahi Temple. It was built by Vimal Shah, a feudatory of Chalukya ruler Bhimdeva I.

The Jain temples of Dilwara are famous for their amazing architecture and marble carvings. The carving of these temples is so fine that it seems as if it is alive. The exterior of the temples are carved with a variety of plants, animals, and religious figures. Grand statues of Tirthankaras are installed in the interiors of the temples. Hence both the statements are correct.

Answer: (a)

Explanation:

A huge statue of an elephant has been carved out of rock at a place called Dhauli in Odisha, and the inscription of Emperor Ashoka is also inscribed on it. It was constructed during the reign of Ashoka. This statue dates back to the Kalinga Dynasty of the 12th century. This statue is an excellent example of the art and craftsmanship of the Kalinga Dynasty.

Answer: (a)

Explanation:

Mural painting is a form of art in which pictures are painted on walls or ceilings. This art is one of the oldest art forms and is found all over the world. Traditional examples of wall paintings are found in Pithoro of Gujarat and Rajasthan, Mithila of Bihar and Warli of Maharashtra. Hence statement 1 is correct.

Mural paintings are made not only in caves but also on temple walls, royal palaces etc. Hence statement 2 is not correct.

Answer: (c)

Explanation:

Rock-cut caves associated with Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism are present in Ellora. Ellora Caves are 30 kilometers away from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. These caves were built by the rulers of the Rashtrakuta dynasty. Ellora Caves have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.