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Question

The Chitragupta Swami Temple considered to be the only temple of Chitragupta is situated in:

  1. Kanchi
  2. Mathura
  3. Puri
  4. Ujjain

Answer:

Option A: Kanchi

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kanchi”.

The Chitragupta Swami Temple, considered to be the only temple dedicated to Chitragupta, is situated in Kanchi (Kanchipuram). Chitragupta is a deity worshipped primarily by the Kayastha community in India.