Buddhist monastic communities made two types of rock-cut halls; one was called the __________, used for the monks' living quarters, and the other was the __________, which meant "sanctuary."

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The vihara was used for the monks' living quarters and the chaitya was a sanctuary, often containing a stupa. The other options listed refer to architectural features found in Hindu temple architecture, not Buddhist rock-cut halls.

Buddhist Monastic Communities Made Two Types of Rock-Cut Halls; One