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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 Hindu ritual involves the chanting of sacred mantras and the offering of flowers to the stars?

  1. Homam

  2. Puja

  3. Yagna

  4. Abhishekam
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Puja is the Hindu ritual that involves the chanting of sacred mantras and the offering of flowers to the stars and deities.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, which deity is associated with the planet Ketu?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ketu
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ketu, the god of shadows, is associated with the planet Ketu in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which guna is responsible for creating the world of illusion?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. Maya
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rajas is the guna of passion and activity, which is responsible for creating the world of illusion.

Multiple choice

Which guna is responsible for maintaining the world of illusion?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. Maya
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tamas is the guna of darkness and inertia, which is responsible for maintaining the world of illusion.

Multiple choice

Which guna is responsible for revealing the true nature of reality?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. Maya
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sattva is the guna of purity and goodness, which is responsible for revealing the true nature of reality.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the famous sculpture of a reclining Vishnu from the Gupta period?

  1. The Sleeping Vishnu

  2. The Reclining Vishnu

  3. The Vishnu Anantashayana

  4. The Vishnu Narasimha
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Vishnu Anantashayana is a famous sculpture of a reclining Vishnu from the Gupta period, which is now in the State Museum, Lucknow.

Multiple choice

Which animal is associated with Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology?

  1. Garuda

  2. Nandi

  3. Mouse

  4. Peacock
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Garuda, the mighty eagle, serves as Lord Vishnu's vehicle and is considered a symbol of strength, loyalty, and devotion.

Multiple choice

Which animal is associated with Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology?

  1. Bull

  2. Tiger

  3. Elephant

  4. Snake
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The bull, particularly Nandi, is Lord Shiva's mount and is considered a symbol of strength, devotion, and steadfastness.

Multiple choice

Which animal is associated with Lord Ganesha in Hindu mythology?

  1. Mouse

  2. Elephant

  3. Peacock

  4. Snake
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The mouse, particularly the character of 'Mushika', serves as Lord Ganesha's vehicle and is considered a symbol of intelligence, adaptability, and resourcefulness.

Multiple choice

The festival of colors, Holi, is associated with which deity?

  1. Lord Krishna

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Lord Vishnu

  4. Goddess Lakshmi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Holi is closely associated with Lord Krishna, who is often depicted playing with colors during the festival.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian name for the Sun?

  1. Surya

  2. Ravi

  3. Chandra

  4. Mitra
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Chandra is the traditional Indian name for the Moon, not the Sun.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional Indian name for the Moon?

  1. Surya

  2. Ravi

  3. Chandra

  4. Mitra
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Chandra is the traditional Indian name for the Moon.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional Indian name for Mars?

  1. Mangala

  2. Kuja

  3. Rahu

  4. Ketu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mangala is the traditional Indian name for Mars.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional Indian name for Venus?

  1. Shukra

  2. Bhrigu

  3. Rahu

  4. Ketu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shukra is the traditional Indian name for Venus.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the traditional Indian name for Saturn?

  1. Shani

  2. Yama

  3. Rahu

  4. Ketu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shani is the traditional Indian name for Saturn.