With reference to Lingaraj Temple, consider the following statements:1.It signifies the syncretisation of Shaivism and Vaishnavism sects in Odisha.2.The temple is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Q. With reference to Lingaraj Temple, consider the following statements:
1.It signifies the syncretisation of Shaivism and Vaishnavism sects in Odisha.
2.The temple is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Statement 1 is correct:The temple signifies the syncretisation (amalgamation) of Shaivism and Vaishnavism sects in Odisha.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is not yet included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.

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