What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram?

§ Both were built in the same period.

§ Both belong to the same religious denomination.

§ Both have rock-cut monuments.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) None of the statements given above is correct