What are the locations of the four mathas established by Shankara?

The centers are at Badrinath (North), Dwarka (West), Puri (East), and Shringeri (South).

Shankaracharya: Facts and Myths About the 8th Century Saint (2005 PYQ)

ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_2005_50 Ref: The Life and Teachings of Adi Shankaracharya by P. George Victor

Which one of the following statements is not true for Shankaracharya, Saint of the 8th century?

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Correct Option: C

The statement that Shankaracharya named Prayag as 'Teerthraj' is not true, as the title predates him. He is correctly credited with establishing four religious centers and propagating the Vedanta philosophy.