Name the part of the temple where the image of the chief deity is placed.

Pradakshina

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Mandapa

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Shikhara

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Garbhagriha

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Solution

The correct option is D Garbhagriha
Garbhagriha is the part of the temple where the image of the main deity is kept and decorated. This is also where priests perform religious rituals, and devotees offer worship to the deity.

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Stupa	Place where the image of the deity is installed
Shikhara	Mound
Mandapa	Circular path around the stupa
Garbhagriha	Place in temple where people could assemble
Pradakshina Patha	Tower

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