Section 1: Identification of the Church of St. Thomas.
The Iglesia de Santo Tomás (Church of St. Thomas) is identified as the Santhome Basilica situated in Chennai (Madras), Tamil Nadu.
It is understood to be constructed above the burial site of St. Thomas the Apostle, who was among the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.
Section 2: Historical Significance.
This ecclesiastical structure stands as one of only three worldwide built over an apostle's tomb, with the other two located in Vatican City and Spain.
Section 3: Evaluation of Alternatives.
- (1) Goa: Primarily recognized for churches such as the Basilica of Bom Jesus, not Santo Tomás.
- (2) Pondicherry: Characterized by its French colonial churches, not the Church of St. Thomas.
- (3) Madras: Accurate designation — the Church of St. Thomas (Santhome Basilica) is located in this city.
- (4) Pune: Irrelevant to St. Thomas.
Section 4: Final Determination.
Consequently, the Iglesia de Santo Tomás is established to be in Madras (Chennai).