The book deals with the Jaina stupas, caves and cave temples in Telugu Land. The study focuses on the Jaina cave architecture and an attempt is also made to trace the stage by stage evolution. The study reveals some special and exclusive architectural features which are adopted by the Jains. It deals with the developments that took place in the carving techniques of the icons. Various varieties of images are classified and discussed. The physiognomy and artistic beauty of the icons are also analysed. Out of all the 24 Tirthankaras, the images of 19 Tirthankaras are identified in Telugu Land. Clear identification of Digambara and Svetambara images is also made. At the end, Sasanadevatās in detailed and minor deities like Sarasvati, Laksmi, Gaṇeśa and others are dealt with in detail.

The book deals with the Jaina stupas, caves and cave temples in Telugu Land. The study focuses on the Jaina cave architecture and an attempt is also made to trace the stage by stage evolution. The study reveals some special and exclusive architectural features which are adopted by the Jains. It deals with the developments that took place in the carving techniques of the icons. Various varieties of images are classified and discussed. The physiognomy and artistic beauty of the icons are also analysed. Out of all the 24 Tirthankaras, the images of 19 Tirthankaras are identified in Telugu Land. Clear identification of Digambara and Svetambara images is also made. At the end, Sasanadevatās in detailed and minor deities like Sarasvati, Laksmi, Gaṇeśa and others are dealt with in detail.