{"id":74717,"date":"2024-04-20T12:05:52","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=74717"},"modified":"2024-04-20T12:05:52","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:05:52","slug":"where-is-the-kamakhya-temple-an-important-shakti-peetha-located","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/where-is-the-kamakhya-temple-an-important-shakti-peetha-located\/","title":{"rendered":"Where is the Kamakhya Temple, an important Shakti Peetha, located?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\r\n    <!-- Check if it's an AMP page -->\r\n            <!-- Non-AMP version -->\r\n        <div class=\"mcq-container\" data-quiz-id=\"quizState_6a97466560388\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option1\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Hajo                <\/div>\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option2\" 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It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, which are temples that are believed to be the places where the body parts of Sati, the consort of Shiva, fell after she was immolated by her father Daksha. The temple is also one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus in eastern India.<\/p>\n<p>The temple is built on a hilltop and is surrounded by a forest. The main shrine of the temple is located inside a cave. The shrine is dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya, who is also known as the &#8220;Goddess of Love&#8221;. The goddess is worshipped in the form of a yoni, which is a symbol of female power.<\/p>\n<p>The temple is open to all visitors, regardless of their religion or caste. However, women are not allowed to enter the main shrine during their menstrual period.<\/p>\n<p>The temple is a popular tourist destination and is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year. The temple is also a major center of learning and culture. The temple has a library that contains a collection of ancient manuscripts and books. The temple also has a school that teaches Sanskrit and other traditional subjects.<\/p>\n<p>The temple is an important part of the cultural and religious heritage of Assam. 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