Some Buddhist rock - cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are calledViharas. What is the difference between the two? - UPSC

Some Buddhist rock - cut caves are called ...

Some Buddhist rock - cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are calledViharas. What is the difference between the two?

a.Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks

b.There is no material difference between the two

c.Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it.

d.Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks

Asked By : jayachandran E Categories : UPSC, General Awareness, Civil Service, General Knowledge

Answer: a. Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks

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