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Hindu Deities and Epics

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Hindu mythology involves a vast pantheon of deities, including Vishnu and his avatars, alongside epic narratives. This topic explores Puranas, celestial sages, and legendary kings. These questions form a crucial part of the general awareness section in SSC and state exams.

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Hindu Deities and Epics Questions

Multiple choice

Who was the wife of Lord Shiva?

  1. Parvati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Parvati is the wife of Lord Shiva and the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility.

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Who was the wife of Lord Vishnu?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Parvati

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Lakshmi is the wife of Lord Vishnu and the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune.

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Who was the wife of Lord Brahma?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati

  4. Durga
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Saraswati is the wife of Lord Brahma and the goddess of knowledge, music, and the arts.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the divine love story between Lord Shiva and Parvati?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavata Purana

  4. Shiva Purana
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The Shiva Purana is a Hindu religious text that contains the story of Lord Shiva's divine love for Parvati.

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Who was the wife of Lord Indra?

  1. Indrani

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Indrani is the wife of Lord Indra and the queen of the gods.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the divine love story between Lord Krishna and Rukmini?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavata Purana

  4. Harivamsa
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The Harivamsa is a Hindu religious text that contains the story of Lord Krishna's divine love for Rukmini.

Multiple choice

Who was the wife of Lord Yama?

  1. Yami

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Yami is the wife of Lord Yama and the goddess of death.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the divine love story between Lord Shiva and Sati?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavata Purana

  4. Shiva Purana
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The Shiva Purana is a Hindu religious text that contains the story of Lord Shiva's divine love for Sati.

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Who was the wife of Lord Varuna?

  1. Varuni

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Varuni is the wife of Lord Varuna and the goddess of the oceans.

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Who was the wife of Lord Kubera?

  1. Kuberi

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Kuberi is the wife of Lord Kubera and the goddess of wealth and prosperity.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the divine love story between Lord Shiva and Parvati?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavata Purana

  4. Shiva Purana
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The Shiva Purana is a Hindu religious text that contains the story of Lord Shiva's divine love for Parvati.

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Who was the wife of Lord Surya?

  1. Suryadevi

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Saraswati

  4. Durga
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Suryadevi is the wife of Lord Surya and the goddess of the sun.

Multiple choice

The Konark Sun Temple in Odisha is dedicated to which Hindu deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Surya

  4. Ganesha
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The Konark Sun Temple is an architectural marvel dedicated to the Hindu sun god, Surya. Its design resembles a giant chariot with 12 wheels and 7 horses, symbolizing the sun's journey across the sky.

Multiple choice

The Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is dedicated to which Hindu deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Surya

  4. Ganesha
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The Lingaraja Temple is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures, as well as its historical importance.

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The Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka, is dedicated to which Hindu deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Surya

  4. Ganesha
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The Virupaksha Temple is a prominent Hindu temple in Hampi, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is known for its intricate carvings, historical significance, and association with the Vijayanagara Empire.