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Which listed Sikkim monastery is described by the state’s tourism account as the largest in Sikkim and the seat of the Gyalwa Karmapa?

  1. ALingdum Monastery
  2. BPhodong Monastery
  3. CRumtek MonasteryCorrect answer
  4. DRalang Monastery
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C. Rumtek Monastery

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The state tourism account identifies Rumtek Monastery, near Gangtok, as the largest monastery in Sikkim and a centre of Kagyu teachings.

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