Q686
............... is the oldest and the largest Buddhist monastery in the Nubra Valley of Ladakh.
A.
Thiksey
B.
Diskit
AnswerC.
Takthok
D.
None of these
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Diskit is the administrative centre of Nubra valley and is popular for the ancient monasteries it holds. Belonging to the 14th century, this monastery is considered to be the largest and oldest monastery in Nubra Valley. Also known as Diskit Gompa, the monastery's most prominent attraction is the huge Maitreya Buddha statue atop it, which was inaugurated by H. H. Dalai Lama.