Inauguration Ceremony:
- Date: January 22, 2024
- Inaugurated by: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Event: Pran-pratishtha (consecration) ceremony
- Timing: 12:20 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The pran-pratishtha ceremony marks the official opening of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The idol of Ram Lalla, a 51-inch tall black stone statue crafted by sculptor Arun Yogiraj from Mysuru, was installed in the garbha griha on January 18, 2024. The ceremony features dignitaries from various fields, including politics, cinema, and sports.
Darshan and Aarti Timings:
- Darshan (Viewing) Timings:
- Morning: 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Afternoon/Evening: 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Aarti Timings:
- Jagaran/Shringar Aarti: 6:30 a.m.
- Aarti Sandhya: 7:30 p.m.
Passes for Aarti: To witness the aarti, visitors need to obtain passes. These passes can be acquired both offline and online:
- Offline Passes: Available at the Camp Office at Shri Ram Janmbhoomi by presenting a valid government ID.
- Online Passes: Can be purchased through the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra website.
How to Reach Ram Mandir, Ayodhya:
- By Air: The nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow, approximately 150 kilometers away. From there, taxis and buses are available to reach Ayodhya.
- By Train: Ayodhya Junction is well-connected with major cities in India. Regular trains run to and from Ayodhya.
- By Road: Ayodhya is accessible via a network of highways. Buses and taxis are available from nearby cities like Lucknow, Varanasi, and Gorakhpur.
Donation Details: Visitors and devotees can contribute to the temple’s upkeep and activities through donations. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust manages these donations.
- Offline Donations: Can be made at the temple premises.
- Online Donations: Accepted through the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra website. Various payment options are available for convenience.
The opening of the Ram Mandir is a significant event for devotees, marking the beginning of a new spiritual and cultural chapter in Ayodhya. The temple’s schedule and facilities are designed to accommodate and enhance the experience for all visitors.
1.When is the Ayodhya Ram Mandir’s inauguration ceremony scheduled?
A. January 18, 2024
B. January 20, 2024
C. January 22, 2024
D. January 25, 2024
Answer: C. January 22, 2024
2.Who will inaugurate the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. President Ram Nath Kovind
B. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
C. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
D. Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu
Answer: C. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
3.What is the timing of the pran-pratishtha ceremony at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
B. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
C. 12:20 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
D. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Answer: C. 12:20 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
4.What are the morning darshan timings at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
B. 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
C. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
D. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Answer: B. 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
5.At what time is the Jagaran/Shringar Aarti performed at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. 5:30 a.m.
B. 6:00 a.m.
C. 6:30 a.m.
D. 7:00 a.m.
Answer: C. 6:30 a.m.
6.How can visitors obtain passes for witnessing the aarti at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. Only offline
B. Only online
C. Both offline and online
D. No passes required
Answer: C. Both offline and online
7.Which airport is the nearest to the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. Indira Gandhi International Airport
B. Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
C. Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport
D. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport
Answer: B. Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
8.How far is Ayodhya from the nearest airport in Lucknow?
A. 100 kilometers
B. 120 kilometers
C. 150 kilometers
D. 180 kilometers
Answer: C. 150 kilometers
9.Which trust manages the donations for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. Shri Ram Mandir Trust
B. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas
C. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra
D. Ram Lalla Trust
Answer: C. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra
10.What is the height of the idol of Ram Lalla installed in the garbha griha of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir?
A. 41 inches
B. 51 inches
C. 61 inches
D. 71 inches
Answer: B. 51 inches
