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In Hindu Mythology who is known as progenitor of mankind, and also the very first king to rule this earth?

  1. Manu

  2. Krishna

  3. Adam

  4. Bharat
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In Hindu mythology and scriptures, Manu is considered the progenitor of mankind and the first king to rule the earth. He is said to be the first human created by Brahma and established the first code of law (Manusmriti). Krishna is an avatar of Vishnu, Adam is from Abrahamic religions, and Bharat was a legendary king after whom India is named, but Manu is explicitly called the first king and progenitor.

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