Question

Which among the following is not a correct pair?
(A)Ellora Caves – Rastrakuta Rulers
(B)Mahabalipuram – Pallava Rulers
(C)Khajuraho – Chandellas
(D)Elephanta Caves – Mauyra Era
(E)All are correct

Answer 1

option d is the correct option
elephant caves are located in the western part of India
they are known as the gharapuri

Answer 2

Option (D) Elephanta Caves – Mauyra Era is not a correct pair.

Explanation:

Elephanta caves were constructed by Rashtrakuta rulers during the 5th - 6th centuries.

Elephanta caves:

• Elephants caves are located on Elephanta Island, Maharashtra
• Both Ellora and Elephanta caves are a living legacy of the Rashtrakutas
• The primary deity in this cave temple is Lord Shiva and people of all religions visit this temple.

UNESCO Heritage site:

• They are also recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1987.

Construction:

• These caves are entirely built by cutting and sculpting high solid basalt steep rock walls.