SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 45

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q45

Where is the 'Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic' located?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Kandy

The 'Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic', also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa, is located in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is situated within the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, overlooking the Kandy Lake. This Buddhist temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in the Buddhist world, as it is believed to house a tooth relic of the Buddha. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a significant symbol of Sri Lankan history and culture.