HISTORY
BUDDHISM
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Detailed explanation-1: -Ajanta paintings The subject matter of these paintings is almost exclusively Buddhist, excepting decorative patterns on the ceilings and the pillars. They are mostly associated with the Jataka, collection of stories, recording the previous births of the Lord Buddha.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Correct Answer is Buddhism. The subject – matter of Ajanta Paintings pertains to Buddhism. The paintings belong to the period 2nd century BCE to 7th century CE. These paintings are mainly religious in their content depicting Buddhism.
Detailed explanation-3: -The painting techniques at Ajanta are similar to European fresco technique. The primary difference is that the layer of plaster was dry when it was painted. First, a rough plaster of clay, cow dung, and rice husks were pressed on to the rough cave walls.