In which tehsil of district Kangra lies the Masroor Rock Cut Temple?

Dera Gopipur
Jawali
Kangra
Baijnath

The correct answer is: A. Dera Gopipur.

The Masroor Rock Cut Temple is located in the Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is carved out of a single rock and is one of the most important temples in the district.

The temple is believed to have been built in the 8th century by the Katyuri kings. It is a fine example of early Indian rock-cut architecture. The temple consists of a main shrine and a number of smaller shrines. The main shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known as the Masroor Mahadev Temple. The smaller shrines are dedicated to various Hindu deities, including Vishnu, Lakshmi, and Hanuman.

The temple is a popular tourist destination and is visited by pilgrims from all over India. It is also a popular spot for picnics and other outdoor activities.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Option B, Jawali, is a tehsil in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. However, the Masroor Rock Cut Temple is not located in the Jawali tehsil.
  • Option C, Kangra, is a city and a municipal corporation in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. However, the Masroor Rock Cut Temple is not located in the Kangra city.
  • Option D, Baijnath, is a town and a nagar panchayat in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. However, the Masroor Rock Cut Temple is not located in the Baijnath town.