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The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the new Circuit House near Somnath Temple at Veraval. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Somnath Temple?

  1. 1.Somnath Temple is one of the Jyotirlinga shrines.
  2. 2.A description of the Somnath Temple was given by Al-Biruni.
  3. 3.Pran Pratishtha of Somnath Temple (installation of the present-day temple) was done by President S. Radhakrishnan.

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  1. A.1 and 2 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: A. 1 and 2 only

Somnath Temple holds immense religious significance as it is revered as one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, manifestations of Lord Shiva. Historical accounts, including those by the medieval traveler Al-Biruni, mention the temple and its grandeur. The reconstruction and consecration (Pran Pratishtha) of the present-day Somnath Temple took place in 1951, with the then President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, participating in the ceremony.

Source: UPSC gs1 2022

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