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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 of the following is NOT a major deity mentioned in the Vedas?

  1. Indra

  2. Varuna

  3. Agni

  4. Shiva
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Explanation

Shiva is not a major deity in the Vedas, but is instead a later addition to the Hindu pantheon.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of Vedic priest?

  1. Brahmin

  2. Kshatriya

  3. Vaishya

  4. Shudra
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Explanation

Shudras are not Vedic priests, but are instead members of the lowest social class in ancient India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Mirabai Bhajan that describes the Sun?

  1. Bhajan of the Sun

  2. Bhajan of the Sun God

  3. Bhajan of Surya
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Mirabai Bhajan that describes the Sun is called 'Bhajan of Surya'.

Multiple choice

What does Mirabai say about the Sun's power in the Bhajan?

  1. It is like a king

  2. It is like a warrior

  3. It is like a god
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mirabai says that the Sun's power is like a god in the Bhajan.

Multiple choice

Which Guna is associated with darkness, inertia, and ignorance?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas
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Explanation

In Samkhya philosophy, Tamas is the Guna associated with darkness, inertia, and ignorance.

Multiple choice

In Japanese mythology, what is the sacred rice plant known as?

  1. Kojiki

  2. Shinto

  3. Kami

  4. Inari
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Explanation

Inari is the Japanese god of rice and fertility, and the sacred rice plant is often referred to as 'Inari-no-mi' or 'Inari's rice'.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what is the significance of the rice goddess Lakshmi?

  1. Goddess of wealth and prosperity

  2. Goddess of knowledge and wisdom

  3. Goddess of love and beauty

  4. Goddess of fertility and abundance
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Explanation

Lakshmi is a prominent goddess in Hindu mythology, often depicted as the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, and is associated with the abundance of rice harvests.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what is the significance of the rice god Kubera?

  1. God of wealth and prosperity

  2. God of knowledge and wisdom

  3. God of love and beauty

  4. God of fertility and abundance
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Explanation

Kubera is a prominent god in Hindu mythology, often depicted as the god of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, and is associated with the abundance of rice harvests.

Multiple choice

What does the Akash Ganga represent in Hindu mythology?

  1. The river of the sky

  2. The path of the gods

  3. The Milky Way

  4. The Ganges River
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Explanation

The Akash Ganga represents the river of the sky in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which deity is associated with comets?

  1. Indra

  2. Surya

  3. Chandra

  4. Rahu
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Explanation

Rahu, the serpent deity, is often associated with comets and eclipses in Indian mythology.

Multiple choice

Which ancient Indian seal is associated with the concept of 'proto-Shiva'?

  1. Pashupati Seal

  2. Unicorn Seal

  3. Dancing Girl Seal

  4. Bull Seal
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Explanation

The Pashupati Seal is often interpreted as a representation of 'proto-Shiva,' a deity associated with fertility and regeneration.

Multiple choice

Which ancient Indian seal is associated with the concept of 'chakravartin' or universal ruler?

  1. Pashupati Seal

  2. Unicorn Seal

  3. Dancing Girl Seal

  4. Bull Seal
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Explanation

The Bull Seal is often associated with the concept of 'chakravartin' or universal ruler, symbolizing power and authority.

Multiple choice

The Sittanavasal Caves contain frescoes that depict various scenes from ancient Indian mythology. Which of the following mythological figures is NOT depicted in these paintings?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Krishna

  4. Ganesha
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Explanation

While Shiva, Vishnu, and Krishna are commonly depicted in the Sittanavasal Caves frescoes, Ganesha is not a prominent figure in these paintings.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a Nakshatra (lunar mansion) mentioned in Vedic texts?

  1. Ashwini

  2. Bharani

  3. Krittika

  4. Rohini
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Explanation

Rohini is not a Nakshatra mentioned in Vedic texts.

Multiple choice

What is the primary weapon used in Paika Akhada?

  1. Sword

  2. Spear

  3. Staff

  4. Shield
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Explanation

Paika Akhada is a martial art from Odisha, India, and its primary weapon is a sword called a talwar.