What is the circular path around a stupa known as?

Uttarapatha

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Dakshinapatha

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Pradakshinapath

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Solution

The correct option is C Pradakshinapath
A path known as the pradakshinapath is laid around the stupa. Devotees have to enter the path through gateways. The devotees walk around the stupa in a clockwise direction as a mark of devotion.

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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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