Kashi is a famous Indian pilgrimage center located in Uttar Pradesh. It is situated on the bank of which of the following river?

Correct option is D

Explanation:

Kashi, also known as Varanasi, is one of the most famous pilgrimage centers in India. It is located on the banks of the Ganga River in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Ganga holds immense religious significance in Hinduism, and Varanasi is considered one of the oldest living cities in the world, attracting millions of devotees and tourists annually.

1. Varanasi is one of the seven holiest places (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism, believed to be the place where Lord Shiva resides.

2. The Ganga River is central to Varanasi, with many temples, ghats, and rituals performed along its banks.

3. Pilgrims bathe in the Ganga to purify themselves and perform religious ceremonies for the deceased.

4. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located on the banks of the Ganga.

5. The Ganga is considered the holiest river in India, and its water is believed to have purifying powers.

• Gomti : The Gomti River flows through Lucknow and is not the river associated with Kashi.

• Saryu : The Saryu River is mainly associated with Ayodhya and does not flow through Varanasi.

• Yamuna : The Yamuna River is important in Delhi and other regions, but Varanasi is located on the banks of the Ganga.