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The Elephanta Caves near Mumbai are dominated by which faith?

ABuddhist
BVaishnava
CAjivika
DShaivite
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Shaivite
1. They are contemporary with Ellora. 2. Elephanta is Shaivite. 3. Its sculptures show stark light and dark effects. _Source: syllabus An Introduction to Indian Art, Chapter 4, Post-Mauryan Trends in Indian Art and Architecture._
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