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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 30

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Feb 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q30

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In which of the following states is Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar Temple located?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Tamil Nadu.

  • Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar Temple, situated in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a historic Hindu temple renowned for its architectural significance.
  • It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, known here as Kapaleeshwarar, and his consort Goddess Parvati, called Karpagambal.
  • Originally constructed in the 7th century CE by the Pallava dynasty, the temple was destroyed by the Portuguese in the 16th century. The present structure was rebuilt in 1566 by the Vijayanagara rulers of the Tuluva dynasty.
  • The temple is well-known for its stunning Dravidian style architecture, featuring a towering east gopuram approximately 40 meters high, along with a sacred temple tank.