Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1996 GS-I
Question

The historic Digambar Jain pilgrimage centre of Sonagiri is situated in:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Madhya Pradesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Madhya Pradesh”.
Sacred temple to the sect of Digambar Jains, Sonagiri Temple is situated in Madhya Pradesh.

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