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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

Which trickster character from Hindu mythology is known for his cunning and ability to deceive others?

  1. Krishna

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Hanuman
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Krishna, the Hindu god of love and compassion, is also known for his mischievous and playful nature, often engaging in tricks and pranks.

Multiple choice

Which religious comic book series features the adventures of a group of superheroes who are based on Hindu deities?

  1. The Guardians of the Galaxy

  2. The Avengers

  3. The Justice League

  4. The Deviants
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The Deviants is a comic book series published by Valiant Comics that features a group of superheroes who are based on Hindu deities.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the demon king who was defeated by Lord Vishnu in the story of Ramayana?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit
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Ravana is the demon king of Lanka who abducted Lord Rama's wife, Sita, leading to the events of the Ramayana.

Multiple choice

In the story of Ramayana, what is the name of the bow that Lord Rama used to defeat Ravana?

  1. Pinaka

  2. Gandiva

  3. Sharanga

  4. Brahmastra
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Sharanga is the divine bow that Lord Rama used in the battle against Ravana.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the celestial weapon that Lord Krishna used to destroy the Kaurava army in the Mahabharata?

  1. Sudarshana Chakra

  2. Gandiva

  3. Brahmastra

  4. Trishula
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The Sudarshana Chakra is Lord Krishna's divine discus, which he used to defeat his enemies and protect the Pandavas in the Mahabharata.

Multiple choice

Which Vedic sport involved throwing a heavy stone or rock as far as possible?

  1. Dandayudha

  2. Ashvamedha

  3. Pachisi

  4. Ashtabandhana
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Ashtabandhana was a sport that involved throwing a heavy stone or rock as far as possible, testing the strength and athleticism of the participants.

Multiple choice

Which Vedic sport involved chariot racing?

  1. Ashvamedha

  2. Chaturanga

  3. Pachisi

  4. Dandayudha
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Ashvamedha, in addition to being a ritual, also involved chariot racing as part of the festivities.

Multiple choice

What is the central deity of the Ganesha School of Hindu Philosophy?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha
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The Ganesha School of Hindu Philosophy is named after Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, who is considered to be the supreme being in this school of thought.

Multiple choice

What is the relationship between Ganesha and other Hindu deities?

  1. He is superior to all other deities.

  2. He is equal to all other deities.

  3. He is inferior to all other deities.

  4. None of the above
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In the Ganesha School of Hindu Philosophy, Ganesha is not considered to be superior, equal, or inferior to other Hindu deities. He is seen as a unique and independent deity who has his own unique role to play in the universe.

Multiple choice

Which mudra is used to represent the wind?

  1. Surya Mudra

  2. Chandra Mudra

  3. Agni Mudra

  4. Vayu Mudra
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The Vayu Mudra is used to represent the wind. It is performed with the index finger and thumb touching, while the other fingers are extended. This mudra is often used in Bharatanatyam to symbolize movement, energy, and freedom.

Multiple choice

Which mudra is used to represent the fire?

  1. Surya Mudra

  2. Chandra Mudra

  3. Agni Mudra

  4. Vayu Mudra
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The Agni Mudra is used to represent the fire. It is performed with the middle finger and thumb touching, while the other fingers are extended. This mudra is often used in Bharatanatyam to symbolize energy, passion, and transformation.

Multiple choice

Which mudra is used to represent the water?

  1. Surya Mudra

  2. Chandra Mudra

  3. Agni Mudra

  4. Varuna Mudra
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The Varuna Mudra is used to represent the water. It is performed with the little finger and thumb touching, while the other fingers are extended. This mudra is often used in Bharatanatyam to symbolize purity, fluidity, and life.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Yaksha who sends a message to his beloved through a cloud messenger in Meghaduta?

  1. Pururavas

  2. Dushyanta

  3. Raghu

  4. Yaksha
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The Yaksha is the character who sends a message to his beloved through a cloud messenger in Meghaduta.

Multiple choice

What is the Vedic term for the cosmic egg from which the universe is said to have originated?

  1. Hiranyagarbha

  2. Brahmanda

  3. Vishnu

  4. Shiva
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Hiranyagarbha, meaning 'golden egg', is the cosmic egg from which the universe is said to have emerged in Vedic mythology.

Multiple choice

Which Vedic deity is associated with the creation and maintenance of the universe?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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Brahma, the creator god in the Vedic pantheon, is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the universe.