From the paragraph given below identify the temple referred to : Situated on the serene surrounding on the bank of river Mahanadi, this temple is one of the wonders of the medieval period and draws attention of several devotees, tourists, and researchers

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Q: 12 (CAPF/2009)
From the paragraph given below identify the temple referred to : Situated on the serene surrounding on the bank of river Mahanadi, this temple is one of the wonders of the medieval period and draws attention of several devotees, tourists, and researchers from all around the world. The temple does not stand upright and is tilted towards one side. Another attraction of the temple is Kudo fish for which special offerings are made.

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History

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CAPF

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The paragraph describes a temple that is situated on the bank of river Mahanadi and is a wonder of the medieval period. The temple is known for its tilt towards one side and is a popular attraction for devotees, tourists, and researchers from around the world. Additionally, the temple is known for the Kudo fish and special offerings made for them.

Option 1: Muktesvara temple - This option is not the correct answer as the description in the paragraph does not match the characteristics of Muktesvara temple.

Option 2: Huma temple - This option is the correct answer based on the description provided in the paragraph. The temple is situated on the bank of river Mahanadi, is known for its tilt, and attracts devotees, tourists, and researchers. The reference to the Kudo fish further confirms the identification of Huma temple.

Option 3: Cuttack chandi temple - This option is not the correct answer as the paragraph does not mention anything about the Cuttack chandi temple.

Option 4: Lingaraj temple - This option is not the correct answer as the description in the paragraph does not match the characteristics of Lingaraj temple.

In conclusion, the temple referred to in the paragraph is the Huma temple.

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