With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
UPSC CSE Pre. 2015
A. Lingaraja Temple at Bhubneshwar
B. Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
C. Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram
D. Varaha Image at Udayagiri
Answer: Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
Option b is the correct answer.
Lingaraja Temple at Bhubneshwar 11th century CE
Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli 3rd century CE
Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram 7th century CE
Varaha Image at Udayagiri 5th century CE