Q. “Kattaka caves” referred to, among others
P. Hathigumpha and Ranigunmpha
Q. Kumari Parvata
R. Alakapurigumpha
S. Mahendragarh
(A) P, Q and R but, not S
(B) P and S but, not Q and R
(C) P and Q but, not R and S
(D) P, Q, R and S
Question from Odisha OCS Paper 1 2024
The correct answer is: (A) P, Q and R but, not S
Explanation:
The Kattaka Caves, also known as the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, are historically significant rock-cut caves located near Bhubaneswar, Odisha. They were primarily created during the reign of King Kharavela of Kalinga in the 1st and 2nd centuries BC and served as residences for Jain monks. The caves are often referred to in historical inscriptions, particularly the Hathigumpha inscription, which mentions Kumari Parvata.
Analyzing the options based on the provided references:
P. Hathigumpha and Ranigunmpha: Hathigumpha is a well-known cave with significant inscriptions. Ranigunmpha (or Rani Gumpha) is also part of the Udayagiri complex and is notable for its architectural features.
Q. Kumari Parvata: This term is indeed used in the context of the caves, specifically mentioned in the Hathigumpha inscription.
R. Alakapurigumpha: This cave is also part of the Udayagiri complex.
S. Mahendragarh: This site does not have a direct connection to the Kattaka Caves
Given this analysis, the correct answer is:
(A) P, Q and R but, not S.
