The caves and rock-cut temples at Ellora are?

Buddhist and Jain
Hindu and Muslim
Buddhist only
Hindu, Buddhist and Jain

The correct answer is: D. Hindu, Buddhist and Jain

The Ellora Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India. The caves are a series of 34 rock-cut temples and monasteries, which were built by various Hindu, Buddhist and Jain dynasties over a period of 600 years, from the 6th to the 11th century.

The caves are divided into three groups: Hindu, Buddhist and Jain. The Hindu caves are the largest and most impressive, and include the Kailasa Temple, which is the largest monolithic rock-cut temple in the world. The Buddhist caves are smaller than the Hindu caves, but are still very impressive. The Jain caves are the smallest of the three groups, but are still very beautiful.

The Ellora Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of their outstanding universal value. They are a unique example of a religious syncretism, and they are a masterpiece of Indian rock-cut architecture.

The caves are a popular tourist destination, and they are a must-see for anyone interested in Indian history and culture.

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