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    Question

    In Tamil Nadu, what historic change has been implemented

    regarding temple priests?
    A Brahmin priests are now allowed in non-Brahmin temples. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only men are allowed to become temple priests. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Women have been trained and allowed to serve as temple priests. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Priests are required to undergo a one-year training program. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Temple priest training is now mandatory for all religious institutions. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Three women were trained by the Tamil Nadu government to serve as temple priests for the first time at an Archakar Payirchi Palli, a school for priests. The Tamil Nadu government has now allowed women to enrol in a one-year programme at the Archakar Payirchi Palli (Priest Training Schools) after selecting non-Brahmin priests. This year, three women graduated with recognition, and 17 more have signed up for the 2023–2024 class About Tamil Nadu Capital: Chennai           Governor: R. N. Ravi       Chief minister: M. K. Stalin (DMK)

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