history Online Quiz - 60

Hanuman fetched the Sanjivani herb from the Himalayas to revive Lakshmana who had been gravely wounded in battle. This magical herb had the power to bring the dead back to life and cure any ailment. Hanuman carried the entire Dronagiri mountain when he couldn't identify the specific herb.

Sarasvati is the wife of Brahma and the goddess of knowledge, music, and wisdom. According to Hindu mythology, she is the mother of Manu, the first man and progenitor of humanity. Sarasvati represents the creative power of Brahma and is essential for his role as creator.

To answer this question, the user needs to have some knowledge about the characters in the Indian epic Mahabharata.

Option A: Arjuna is one of the main characters in the Mahabharata, but he is not called Dharmaputra. He is known for his archery skills and is the third of the five Pandava brothers.

Option B: This option is correct. Yudhishtira, the eldest of the Pandava brothers, is often referred to as Dharmaputra. He is known for his adherence to dharma, or righteousness, and is respected for his wisdom and sense of justice.

Option C: Bheeshma is an important character in the Mahabharata, but he is not called Dharmaputra. He is a skilled warrior and is respected for his knowledge and wisdom.

Option D: Duryodhana is one of the main antagonists in the Mahabharata and is not called Dharmaputra. He is known for his jealousy and greed, which ultimately lead to the Kurukshetra War.

Therefore, the answer is:

The Answer is: B. Yudhishtira

Varuna is the Hindu god of the seas, water, and the celestial ocean. He is one of the most important Vedic deities and is associated with cosmic order and truth. Garuda is the divine eagle, Narada is a divine sage, and Indra is the king of gods and god of thunder.

In Hindu iconography, both Agni (fire god) and Kubera (god of wealth) are typically depicted with three legs. This is a specific detail from Hindu mythology and temple iconography.

Kamsa (or Kansa) was the tyrant ruler of Mathura in Hindu mythology, specifically in the Krishna narrative. He was Krishna's maternal uncle and the main antagonist. Dwarka was ruled by Krishna, Kishkindha by Bali/Sugriva, and Lanka by Ravana.

The Kurukshetra War (Mahabharata war) lasted for 18 days, according to the epic. Each day had specific battles and events. This is a well-documented fact in the Mahabharata narrative.

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming due to its abundance and heat-trapping properties. While other gases contribute, CO2 from human activities like burning fossil fuels is the main driver. Nitrogen and noble gases are not greenhouse gases, and sulfates actually cool the atmosphere.

The ozone layer in the stratosphere absorbs harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. When this layer is depleted by chemicals like CFCs, more UV rays reach Earth's surface, increasing skin cancer risks and harming ecosystems. Oxygen, CO2, and clouds do not provide this UV-blocking function.

The Maldives government held an underwater cabinet meeting in 2009 to highlight the threat of climate change to low-lying island nations. Ministers signed a document calling for global carbon emission reductions. This dramatic demonstration was intended to draw international attention to the existential risk rising seas pose to the Maldives.

The United States was the only major industrialized nation that did not ratify the Kyoto Protocol during its initial commitment period. While the US signed the protocol under President Clinton, it was never ratified by the Senate. The US argued the protocol unfairly exempted developing countries like China and India from emission targets.

Nepal's cabinet held a historic meeting at Everest Base Camp on December 4, 2009, to highlight the impact of global warming on the Himalayan glaciers. Government ministers wore oxygen masks as they met at 17,192 feet above sea level. This event drew international attention to climate threats facing mountain nations and communities dependent on glacial water.

Colombo is the commercial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka. Kandy, Jaffna, and Dambulla are other major Sri Lankan cities but not the capital.

CO2 persists in the atmosphere for approximately 100 years on average. This long atmospheric lifetime is why CO2 emissions cause long-term climate change. Shorter timescales (1, 5, 50 years) are incorrect.

Kabul is the capital of Afghanistan. Herat, Kandahar (misspelled as 'Kandhar'), and Jalalabad are major Afghan cities but not the capital.

The World Health Organization estimates 150,000 deaths annually are attributable to climate change factors. This figure comes from WHO assessments of climate-sensitive health risks like malnutrition, diarrhea, and malaria.

Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, built in the 1960s to replace Karachi. Lahore and Rawalpindi are major cities, and Karachi was the former capital.

All the listed actions help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Using public transit or biking lowers carbon footprint compared to driving alone, and eating less meat reduces methane emissions from livestock.