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Amarnath Cave is dedicated to which deity?

A. Lord Shiva

B. Lord Vishnu

C. Lord Rama

D. Lord Krishna

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Amarnath is a cave in the state of Jammu and Kashmir that houses the famous, naturally formed, ice Shiv Ling, it is one of the holiest places in Hinduism and is a very popular pilgrimage destination. Every year thousands make an arduous trek, up the Himalayas, to witness the ice Shiv Ling. Though the cave itself is large, the temple within is merely a small set up with railings and platforms for people to witness the Shiv Ling and is open to pilgrims only for a shot period every year."Amar" in Sanskrit means undying and "Nath" means lord, Amarnath is the name for the immortal one - Lord Shiva. The famous Amarnath Yatra, that takes people up every year, starts with Ashadha Purnima, or the full moon day during the month of Ashadha, and is over on Shravana Purnima, or the full moon day in Shravana.

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