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Where is the Golden Temple, also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, located?

AUttar Pradesh

BGujarat

CPunjab

DRajasthan

Answer:

C. Punjab

Read Explanation:

- The Golden Temple, also referred to as Sri Harmandir Sahib, is located in Punjab. - The construction of the temple and its surrounding pool began in the 1500s under Guru Ramdas Sahib, the 4th of the 10 Sikh gurus, with the intention of creating a place of worship for all. - The temple was constructed on a piece of land where three rivers converge, which is why the names of these sacred rivers are included in the name Amritsar. - Over the years, the temple has undergone multiple renovations, including the addition of marble inlays on the floor.


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