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Which of the following Gods are worshipped in the sanctum of Badrinath and Kedarnath temples respectively ?
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- Vishnu and Shiva
- Shiva and Vishnu
- Shiva and Parvati
- Vishnu and Brahma
Correct Option: A
The Garbhagriha (Sanctum) of Badrinath temple houses Lord Badari Narayan (Vishnu), Kuber (God of wealth), Narad rishi, Udhava, Nar & Narayan. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the exquisitely architectured Kedarnath temple is considered to be more than 1000 years old. The temple has a Garbha Griha for worship and a Mandap, apt for assemblies of pilgrims and visitors. A conical rock formation inside the temple is worshipped as Lord Shiva in his Sadashiva form.