Indian General Knowledge: Epics, Words & Brands

According to Hindu mythology, Makardhwaja (also spelled Magaradwaja) is the son of Hanuman. He was born from a fish that consumed Hanuman's sweat (some versions say it was his radiance/tejas that fell into the ocean). Angada is Hanuman's nephew (Vali's son), not his son.

Oneirophobia is derived from Greek 'oneiros' meaning dream, referring to the fear of dreams or nightmares. This phobia can involve fear of having nightmares, fear of dream content, or fear of the loss of control that comes with dreaming. It is a specific anxiety disorder.

Shalya, the king of Madra, was tricked into becoming Karna's charioteer during the Kurukshetra war. He was actually Arjuna's uncle and sympathetic to the Pandavas, which demoralized Karna by constantly praising Arjuna's skills during the battle.

Balarama was the elder brother of Krishna, born to Vasudeva and his first wife Rohini. After Vasudeva was imprisoned by Kamsa, Balarama was secretly carried across the Yamuna river to Gokul to be raised by Nandhagopa.

Karna learned archery and martial arts from Parasurama by posing as a Brahmin, as Parasurama only taught Brahmins and hated Kshatriyas. When Parasurama discovered Karna's true caste, he cursed him that he would forget his skills when needed most, which happened during his final battle with Arjuna.

Devavratha was named Bhishma (the terrible one) after he took the terrible vow of celibacy to ensure his father Shantanu could marry Satyavati. This vow meant he would never marry or claim the throne, allowing Satyavati's children to become heirs.

King Dushyanta met Shakuntala in the forest while hunting and married her through Gandharva marriage. Their son Bharatha went on to become a great emperor, and India is named Bharat after him.

Uttara, the princess of Virata, married Abhimanyu during the Pandavas' year in disguise. She was pregnant when Abhimanyu died in the Chakravyuha, and their son Parikshit was the sole survivor of the Kuru dynasty after the war.

Mareecha and Subhahu were brothers who were Rakshasas killed by Rama during his visit to Vishwamitra's hermitage. Mareecha later returned in the golden deer form to help Ravana kidnap Sita.

Bheema was the son of Kunti and Vayu, the wind god. This divine parentage gave him immense physical strength, and he could use the gada (mace) with devastating power.

Lakshmana killed Meghanadh (Indrajit), Ravana's powerful son, on the final day of the war. This happened after Lakshmana used the Brahmastra weapon, having received divine knowledge and weapons during a penance to please Shiva.

Hyundai Sonata used the tagline 'Rediscover Luxury' in its Indian marketing campaigns to position the car as a premium sedan offering luxury features at a competitive price point.

Tata Indica used the tagline 'Spoil yourself' to market the car as an affordable vehicle that felt like a reward. The campaign emphasized comfort and features that made everyday driving feel special.

Hyundai's advertising campaigns have used 'Drive your way' as a tagline emphasizing customer choice and the driving experience. This slogan reflects the brand's marketing focus on personalization and driver satisfaction. The slogan positions Hyundai as a customer-centric automotive manufacturer.

Toyota's advertising has used 'Touch the Perfection' as a tagline emphasizing quality, precision, and superior craftsmanship in their vehicles. This slogan reflects Toyota's reputation for reliability and attention to detail in manufacturing. The phrase positions Toyota as a premium-quality brand in the automotive market.

Pomology is the branch of botany that studies the cultivation and production of fruit and fruit trees. The term comes from the Latin word 'pomum' meaning fruit. This science covers fruit breeding, disease control, and orchard management.

Vexillology is the study of flags, including their history, symbolism, and usage. The term derives from the Latin word 'vexillum' meaning banner or flag. Vexillologists study flag design, flag protocols, and the cultural significance of flags.

Lexicology is the study of the vocabulary, form, and structure of words in a language. It examines how words are formed, their relationships, and how they change over time. Lexicology is closely related to lexicography (dictionary-making) but focuses on the theoretical study of vocabulary.

Scatology primarily refers to the study of excrement or fecal matter. However, the term is also commonly used to refer to obscene language or literature, particularly in informal contexts. Option B is the best match among the given choices, though it represents a secondary meaning of the term.

This is a Tamil song lyric recognition question. The line 'ennai tholaithuvittaen, en unnai adainthu vittaen..' is from the song 'Udhaya Udhaya' (also known as 'Udaya Udaya'). The lyrics are recognizable from Tamil film music.