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Match the following cave sites with their architectural characteristics:
Column A-Cave SiteColumn B-Architectural Feature
A. Udayagiri1. Circular caitya with stūpa and arch
B. Guntapalle2. Pillared veranda with cells at the back
C. Khandagiri3. Animal-shaped single rock excavations

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The correct answer is

A-2, B-1, C-3

To solve the question of matching cave sites with their architectural characteristics, we need to understand the unique features of each site as provided in the given options.

  1. Udayagiri: This site is known for its pillared verandas and intricate carvings. The correct architectural feature listed in Column B that matches with Udayagiri is "Pillared veranda with cells at the back." Thus, A matches with 2.
  2. Guntapalle: This location is known for having circular chaityas with stūpas and arches, which is a distinctive feature of Buddhist architecture. Therefore, B matches with 1.
  3. Khandagiri: This site is famous for its animal-shaped single rock excavations. Hence, C matches with 3.

After reviewing the characteristics of each cave site, the correct match is:

Column A-Cave SiteColumn B-Architectural Feature
A. Udayagiri2. Pillared veranda with cells at the back
B. Guntapalle1. Circular caitya with stūpa and arch
C. Khandagiri3. Animal-shaped single rock excavations

Thus, the correct answer is: A-2, B-1, C-3.

This answer is justified by aligning the unique architectural features of each site with the provided descriptions.

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