Option c is the correct answer. The Ajanta caves are linked with the Jataka stories, which are a collection of tales that narrate the previous lives and rebirths of the Buddha. The paintings in the Ajanta caves depict scenes from the Jataka stories, as well as other Buddhist legends and events. The Jataka stories are considered to be one of the earliest sources of Buddhist literature and art. They illustrate the moral teachings and ethical values of Buddhism, such as compassion, generosity, wisdom, and non-violence.