Which Himachali ruler renovated the famous Baijnath Temple in Kangra in the 19th Century?

Hari Chand
Shusharma
Sansar Chand
Ali Jafar Khan

The correct answer is C. Sansar Chand.

Sansar Chand (1782–1823) was the 13th Raja of Kangra from 1782 to 1823. He was a powerful ruler who expanded his kingdom to include much of present-day Himachal Pradesh. He was also a patron of the arts and literature.

The Baijnath Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in the town of Baijnath in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is one of the oldest and most important temples in Himachal Pradesh. It is believed to have been built in the 8th century by the Pandavas, the heroes of the Mahabharata.

The temple was renovated by Sansar Chand in the 19th century. He added a new entrance to the temple and built a new courtyard. He also installed a new idol of Lord Shiva in the temple.

The Baijnath Temple is a popular tourist destination. It is also a place of pilgrimage for Hindus.

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