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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 :
Explanation
The correct answer is option A (1 only).
Arasavalli is famous for its Sun Temple, located in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.[1] The Arasavalli Sun Temple is dedicated to Lord Surya and was built in the 7th century CE.[2]
In contrast, Amarkantak is known for its religious significance as the origin of the Narmada River and as a revered pilgrimage site in Hinduism[3], not for a Sun temple. Omkareshwar Temple is a Hindu temple in Mandhata, Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines[4], making it a Shiva temple rather than a Sun temple.
Therefore, among the three places listed, only Arasavalli is famous for a Sun temple, making option A the correct answer.
Sources- [2] https://temple.yatradham.org/temple/arasavalli-sun-temple
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- Explicitly states that Arasavalli is famous for its Sun Temple.
- Names the temple and gives its district and state location (Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh).
- Directly identifies the Arasavalli Sun Temple and its dedication to Lord Surya.
- Specifies the temple's location as Arasavalli Village, Andhra Pradesh and gives a historical date (7th century CE).
- Lists 'Suyanarayan Temple (Arasavalli Sun Temple)' and states it is located in Arasavalli, Andhra Pradesh.
- Notes the temple is dedicated to Lord Surya, corroborating the identification as a Sun temple.
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Mentions a named Sun-related scientific site (Kodaikanal Solar Observatory), indicating India has well-known places associated with the Sun, so a 'Sun temple' could similarly be a recognized Sun-related landmark.
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