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QWhat is the significance of the inner sanctuary in Hindu temples?

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  • A It is the location where the devotees offer prayers ✔ ✖
  • B It is where the temple management staff make announcements ✔ ✖
  • C It is where the pujaris are not allowed to enter ✔ ✖
  • D It is where the devotees store their shoes ✔ ✖
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The inner sanctuary in Hindu temples is known as the garbhagriha and is where the murtis reside. It is the most important part of the temple and symbolizes the birthplace of the universe, the meeting place of the gods and mankind, and the threshold between the transcendental and the phenomenal worlds. It is where devotees seek a darsana of and offer prayers.

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