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NCERT Class 7 Geography — Chapter 2: Life in the Deserts

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In the context of the cultural landscape of Ladakh, what does the term 'Gompa' refer to?

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AA type of traditional dress in Ladakh
BA glacial lake
CA variety of goat
DA Buddhist monastery

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Solution

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A Buddhist monastery

Explanation

In the Himalayan cultural region, particularly within Ladakh, Tibet, and Bhutan, the term 'Gompa' (or Gönpa) denotes a specific type of religious institution central to Tibetan Buddhism.

Detailed Analysis:

Gompa refers to a Buddhist monastery or vihara. These structures serve as centers for learning, spiritual lineage, and sadhana (practice).
They function as universities for Buddhist monks and nuns, housing prayer halls, libraries of sacred manuscripts, and living quarters.
Prominent examples in Ladakh include the Hemis Gompa, Thiksey Gompa, and Diskit Gompa.
A type of traditional dress in Ladakh is incorrect; the traditional dress of Ladakh is known as 'Goncha'.
A variety of goat is incorrect; the famous goat variety in the region is the Changthangi (Pashmina) goat.

Key Takeaway: A Gompa is a fortified Buddhist monastery found in the Himalayan regions, acting as a hub for religious education and community worship.

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