The Ancient Temples and Shrines

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Which ancient temple in India is known as the 'Golden Temple' and is considered sacred by Sikhs?

  1. Sri Harmandir Sahib

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  4. Kashi Vishwanath Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, is located in Amritsar, Punjab, and is the holiest shrine of Sikhism.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas?

  1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple

  2. Somnath Temple

  3. Kedarnath Temple

  4. Badrinath Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashi Vishwanath Temple, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Khajuraho Temples

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  3. Konark Sun Temple

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khajuraho Temples, located in Madhya Pradesh, are a group of Hindu and Jain temples known for their exquisite carvings and sculptures, and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known as the 'Temple of a Thousand Pillars'?

  1. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  2. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  3. Ranganathaswamy Temple

  4. Jagannath Temple


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ranganathaswamy Temple, located in Srirangam, Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known as the 'Temple of a Thousand Pillars' due to its numerous intricately carved pillars.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its annual Rath Yatra festival, where massive chariots carrying deities are pulled through the streets?

  1. Jagannath Temple

  2. Konark Sun Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jagannath Temple, located in Puri, Odisha, is known for its annual Rath Yatra festival, where massive chariots carrying Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and his sister Subhadra are pulled through the streets.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known as the 'City of Temples'?

  1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Konark Sun Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashi Vishwanath Temple, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known as the 'City of Temples' due to the numerous temples and shrines located in the city.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its unique architecture and is shaped like a chariot?

  1. Konark Sun Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Konark Sun Temple, located in Odisha, is known for its unique architecture and is shaped like a chariot with twelve wheels and seven horses, symbolizing the Sun God Surya's journey across the sky.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and is known for its stunning Dravidian architecture?

  1. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  4. Kashi Vishwanath Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meenakshi Amman Temple, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Goddess Meenakshi and is known for its stunning Dravidian architecture, with intricate carvings and sculptures adorning its walls and towers.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its massive granite structure and is considered one of the largest temples in the world?

  1. Brihadeeswarar Temple

  2. Khajuraho Temples

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Jagannath Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brihadeeswarar Temple, located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is known for its massive granite structure and is considered one of the largest temples in the world, with a towering vimana (main tower) that reaches a height of 66 meters.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and is considered one of the richest temples in the world?

  1. Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara and is considered one of the richest temples in the world, receiving millions of devotees and donations annually.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its unique architecture, where the main shrine is located inside a cave?

  1. Amarnath Temple

  2. Khajuraho Temples

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amarnath Temple, located in Jammu and Kashmir, is known for its unique architecture, where the main shrine is located inside a cave, and is considered one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is known as the 'Birthplace of Krishna'?

  1. Dwarkadhish Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dwarkadhish Temple, located in Dwarka, Gujarat, is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is known as the 'Birthplace of Krishna', as it is believed to be the place where Lord Krishna grew up.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its annual Pushkar Mela, where thousands of camels and livestock are traded?

  1. Pushkar Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pushkar Temple, located in Pushkar, Rajasthan, is known for its annual Pushkar Mela, where thousands of camels and livestock are traded, making it one of the largest camel fairs in the world.

Which ancient temple in India is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known as the 'Temple of a Million Lingas'?

  1. Ekambareswarar Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ekambareswarar Temple, located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known as the 'Temple of a Million Lingas', as it is believed to contain over a million lingas (phallic symbols) within its premises.

Which ancient temple in India is known for its unique architecture, where the main shrine is located on top of a hill and is accessible by a long flight of steps?

  1. Sabarimala Temple

  2. Jagannath Temple

  3. Meenakshi Amman Temple

  4. Brihadeeswarar Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sabarimala Temple, located in Kerala, is known for its unique architecture, where the main shrine is located on top of a hill and is accessible by a long flight of steps, making it a challenging pilgrimage for devotees.

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