What is the innermost sanctuary of a Hindu or Jain temple, literally the 'womb chamber', called?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Garbhagriha
- Step 1: A garbhagriha is the innermost sanctuary of Hindu and Jain temples, often called the 'Holy of Holies' or 'sanctum sanctorum'. Answer: Garbhagriha. The term literally means 'womb chamber', and the garbhagriha is most often windowless with only one entrance. Why not the others: Mandapa, Antarala and Ardhamandapa don't fit.
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