भूतनाथ मंदिर कहाँ है?

Question

भूतनाथ मंदिर कहाँ है?

1. A. भूतर
2. B. सराहन
3. C. मण्डी (Correct answer)
4. D. मनाली

Correct Answer

Option C — मण्डी

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is मण्डी.

Key Points

• The Bhootnath Temple is in Mandi, built in 1527 CE by Raja Ajbar Sen, the founder of Mandi town.
• It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is the focal point of Mandi's celebrated Shivratri fair.

Additional Information

• Mandi is called the "Varanasi of Himachal" (Chhoti Kashi) for its roughly 81 temples, and sits on the banks of the Beas.
• The week-long Mandi Shivratri Mahotsav is an international-level fair where deities from across the district gather.