In the context of Hindu deities, who is worshipped by pouring milk over the lingam?

a. Vishnu
b. Shiva
c. Indra
d. Brahma


b. Shiva

Analysis:
a, c & d. Incorrect. Shaivites often worship Shiva, not Vishnu, by pouring milk over the lingam.
b. Correct. Shaivites often worship Shiva by pouring milk over the lingam.

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