Context:
Recently, the Uttarakhand government has renamed Joshimath tehsil as Jyotirmath and Kosiyakutoli tehsil as
Pargana Shri Kainchi Dham.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Joshimath:
- It is believed to be the place where Adi Guru Shankaracharya attained enlightenment in the 8th century.
- It serves as the gateway to Badrinath Dham, one of the most significant pilgrimage destinations in Hinduism.
Kosiyakutoli:
- It has been renamed Pargana Shri Kainchi Dham in honor of Baba Neem Karoli Maharaj’s ashram located there.
Badrinath Dham:
- It is situated in the Chamoli district and is home to the sacred Badrinarayan Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
-Source: Indian Express
