The Golden Temple, which is situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is alternatively known as _____.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Sri Harmandir Sahib

Explanation:

• The Golden Temple is officially known as Sri Harmandir Sahib.

• It is the holiest Gurdwara and a central religious place of the Sikhs.

• Located in Amritsar, Punjab, it attracts millions of pilgrims yearly.

• The temple was founded by the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das Ji, in the 16th century.

• It symbolizes equality and brotherhood, with four entrances welcoming all people.

Information Booster:

• The temple houses the Guru Granth Sahib, the central religious scripture of Sikhism.

• The upper floors of the temple are covered with gold, hence the name “Golden Temple.”

Additional Knowledge:

(a) Akal Takht – (Option a)

• Located in the Golden Temple complex but is the highest seat of Sikh temporal authority, not the temple itself.

• Established by Guru Hargobind.

(b) Anandpur Sahib – (Option b)

• A sacred town in Punjab where Khalsa was founded in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh.

(d) Gurudwara Hemkunt Sahib – (Option d)

• Located in Uttarakhand, associated with Guru Gobind Singh Ji's previous life as per the Dasam Granth.