The Jagannatha Cult

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The Jagannatha Cult: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as, Development of Jagannath Cult in Orissa in Medieval Period, Temple of Purushottama Jagannatha at Puri & Importance of Puri Temple for Rulers in Medieval Period etc.

Important Questions on The Jagannatha Cult

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 1

What is the meaning of the word "Jagannatha"?

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 2

Who among the following was an important ruler of the Ganga dynasty who decided to erect a temple for Purushottama Jagannath?

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 3

The famous temple of Jagannatha is dedicated to which Lord?

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 4

Who among the following proclaimed himself as the Deputy of God?
 

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 5

The conquerors of the Odisha region in medieval period tried to control the temple of Jagannatha at Puri because of which of the following reason?
 

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Social Science>The Making of Regional Cultures>The Jagannatha Cult> Q 6

Ruler Anantvarman erected a temple for Lord _____ (Jagannatha/Shiva) at Puri, Orissa.