As per beliefs, Lord Vishnu resided at the Andhra's Tirupati Balaji Temple.
In the past few days, the Tirupati Balaji Temple in Andhra Pradesh has been a subject of controversy for its laddu offerings (prasadam). As per the reports, it was alleged that the laddus are prepared with animal fat. Such incidents often become the subject of general knowledge and current affairs, being asked as questions in a lot of competitive examinations, which could include UPSC, MPPAC and UPPSC. So, here are some questions related to the temple, with answers, that students should be knowledgeable about.
Where is Tirupati Balaji Temple?
The Tirupati Balaji is located in the district of Chittoor, on the Tirumala mountains, Andhra Pradesh. It is often included on the list of mysterious holy sites.
Does the idol of Lord Venkateswara in the temple, really sweat?
It is believed that the statue of Lord Balaji sweats. The droplets of sweat could even be observed clearly, the beliefs state further. According to reports, the idol is created from a special type of stone. So, no matter how much it is cleaned, it remains wet.
Why is Balaji dressed up in male and female clothes?
They believe that Goddess Lakshmi also resides within this form, so a tradition of adorning it with both male and female clothes is always followed. The idol is made to wear a saree from the top and a dhoti, below.
On the banks of which pool did Lord Vishnu reside?
As per beliefs, Lord Vishnu resided at the place during the ancient times, on the banks of a pool here. This pool is situated in Tirumala and is called the Swami Pushkarni Kund. All the work in the temple is done with the waters of this pool.
What is the mystery of Balaji’s hair?
It is said that the hair on Lord Balaji’s head is real, one of the most popular mysteries of the place. As per reports on the mystery, it is never tangled and remains soft all the time.
