The 14th Dalai Lama resides in _______.
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SSC CGL 4th March 2020 Shift-1
Shillong
Incorrect AnswerKalimpong
Incorrect AnswerDharamsala
Correct AnswerExplanation:
- The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, has resided in Dharamsala, India, since 1959.
- Option 3: Dharamsala is the current headquarters of the Tibetan government-in-exile. This makes it an important cultural and administrative center for the Tibetan community.
- Option 1: Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya in northeastern India. It is known for its scenic beauty but not related to the Dalai Lama's residence.
- Option 2: Kalimpong is a town in West Bengal, India, known for its colonial architecture and educational institutions. It has historic Tibetan influences but is not the Dalai Lama's home.
- Option 4: Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim, India. It has a rich Buddhist culture, but the Dalai Lama does not reside here.
Your answer is:
Option 3: Dharamsala -