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Which one of the following statements about the Elephanta Island is correct?<\/p>\n

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\nThe caves on Elephanta Island are primarily dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva and contain magnificent sculptures depicting various forms and legends of Shiva. The iconography and style of the sculptures strongly suggest an association with the Pashupata sect of Shaivism, which was prominent during the period of their creation (roughly 5th-8th centuries AD).
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\nElephanta Caves are dedicated to Shiva and associated with the Pashupata sect.
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\nOption A is partially correct in that the island got its name from an elephant structure, but it was given by the Portuguese, not the British. Option B is incorrect as there are multiple caves, although Cave 1 is the largest and most significant. Option C is incorrect as the main deity depicted is Shiva, not Vishnu.
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