Art & Culture : Indian Art & Architecture
Q 16 / 33
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
A
Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks
B
Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
C
Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it
D
There is no material difference between the two