SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 31

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 4 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q31

Kanheri Caves are located at which of the following places?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Mumbai

The Kanheri Caves are located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Specifically, they are nestled within the dense forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Borivali, on the island of Salsette. This complex comprises over 100 rock-cut monuments, dating from the 1st century BCE to the 10th century CE. These ancient caves served as a significant center for Buddhist learning, meditation, and worship, showcasing remarkable rock-cut architecture, sculptures, and inscriptions.