The finest specimens of Buddhist paintings are found in the caves at Bagh and Ajanta

Q. The finest specimens of Buddhist paintings are found in the caves at Bagh and Ajanta. How do the Buddhist paintings at Bagh differ from those found at Ajanta?

(a) They are mostly depictions of Jataka stories

(b) They contain representations of scenes from the Buddha’s life from conception to the attainment of Nirvana

(c) They are basically secular in character, and significantly reflect contemporary life

(d) The style of the paintings reveals great delicacy and depth of feeling

Ans: (c) They are basically secular in character, and significantly reflect contemporary life