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Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples?

  1. Arasavalli
  2. Amarakantak
  3. Omkareshwar
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
  1. 1 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Arsavalli is correct
  • Along with Konark, Modhera, and Arasavalli (in Andhra Pradesh), are some of the famous Sun Temples in India. As per inscriptions, the Arasavalli Temple was believed to have been built by Devendra Verma of the Eastern Ganga dynasty.
Amarakantak is incorrect
  • The town of Amarkantak is located in Madhya Pradesh. It is situated on the Maikal mountain range which links the Vindhyachal and Satpura mountain ranges.
  • Amarkantak is known primarily as a religious place. The holy rivers Narmada and Sone originate from here. Another important river Johilla, too originates from Amarkantak.
Omkareshwar is incorrect
  • This is a revered Hindu shrine (located in MP) dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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