The Somnath temple which was destroyed by Mahmud of Ghazni was dedicated to Lord _________.
A
Vishnu
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B
Shiva
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C
Surya
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D
Ganapati
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Solution
The correct option is B Shiva Mahmud Ghazni plundered the Somnath temple in 1024. The temple was dedicated to Lord Shiva. Ghazini broke the shiva linga and looted the wealth of the temple.