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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 demon did Lord Krishna kill to save the people of Mathura?

  1. Kamsa

  2. Ravana

  3. Hiranyakashipu

  4. Bali
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Lord Krishna killed the demon Kamsa to save the people of Mathura from his tyranny.

Multiple choice

Which lake is associated with the legend of Lord Krishna?

  1. Govardhan Lake

  2. Mansarovar Lake

  3. Dal Lake

  4. Lonar Lake
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Govardhan Lake is associated with the legend of Lord Krishna. It is believed that Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan mountain on his little finger to protect the people of Vrindavan from heavy rain.

Multiple choice

Which deity is worshipped during Makar Sankranti?

  1. Lord Surya (Sun God)

  2. Lord Vishnu

  3. Lord Shiva

  4. Goddess Lakshmi
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Lord Surya (Sun God) is worshipped during Makar Sankranti.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which celestial body is associated with the god Vishnu?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Jupiter

  4. Venus
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In Indian mythology, the Sun is associated with the god Vishnu, who is considered the preserver and protector of the universe.

Multiple choice

Which Indian folktale explains the origin of the moon?

  1. The Moon's Gift

  2. The Tale of the Moon Rabbit

  3. The Legend of the Moon Goddess

  4. The Story of the Moon's Eclipse
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The Moon's Gift is an Indian folktale that explains the origin of the moon. According to the tale, the moon was a gift from the gods to the humans to light up the night sky.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common symbol found in the Ardhanarishvara form?

  1. The lotus flower

  2. The crescent moon

  3. The bull

  4. The conch shell
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The conch shell is not a common symbol found in the Ardhanarishvara form. The lotus flower, the crescent moon, and the bull are all common symbols associated with the Ardhanarishvara form.

Multiple choice

What is the most important deity in Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. Amitabha Buddha

  2. Avalokiteshvara

  3. Manjushri

  4. Vajrapani
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Vajrapani is the most important deity in Vajrayana Buddhism. He is the protector of the dharma and the embodiment of compassion.

Multiple choice

In the Mahabharata, which celestial body is described as the abode of the gods?

  1. Mount Meru

  2. Svarga

  3. Brahmaloka

  4. Vaikuntha
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Svarga, also known as the heavenly realm, is depicted as the dwelling place of the gods in the Mahabharata.

Multiple choice

According to the Ramayana, what is the name of the celestial chariot that carries Lord Rama to Lanka?

  1. Pushpaka Vimana

  2. Garuda

  3. Airavata

  4. Nandi
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The Pushpaka Vimana is the celestial chariot that is gifted to Lord Rama by Kubera, the god of wealth, and it transports him to Lanka.

Multiple choice

In the Mahabharata, what is the name of the divine weapon that is capable of destroying the entire universe?

  1. Brahmastra

  2. Narayanastra

  3. Pashupatastra

  4. Sudarshana Chakra
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The Brahmastra is considered the most powerful weapon in the Mahabharata, capable of unleashing immense destructive power.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Pinaka

  2. Gandiva

  3. Vijaya

  4. Sharanga
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Sharanga is the divine bow that Lord Rama wields in the Ramayana and is known for its immense power and accuracy.

Multiple choice

According to the Ramayana, what is the name of the celestial bird that serves as Lord Vishnu's mount?

  1. Garuda

  2. Hanuman

  3. Jatayu

  4. Sampati
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Garuda, the king of birds, is the celestial mount of Lord Vishnu and is known for its immense strength and speed.

Multiple choice

In the Mahabharata, what is the name of the celestial city where the gods reside?

  1. Amaravati

  2. Indraprastha

  3. Hastinapura

  4. Dwarka
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Amaravati is the celestial city where the gods reside, often associated with the abode of Indra, the king of the gods.

Multiple choice

According to the Ramayana, what is the name of the celestial weapon that Lord Rama uses to kill Ravana?

  1. Brahmastra

  2. Narayanastra

  3. Pashupatastra

  4. Agneyastra
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Lord Rama uses the Brahmastra, one of the most powerful celestial weapons, to defeat Ravana in the Ramayana.

Multiple choice

According to the Ramayana, what is the name of the celestial sage who blesses Lord Rama with the knowledge of the divine bow, Sharanga?

  1. Vishwamitra

  2. Vasishtha

  3. Agastya

  4. Valmiki
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Vishwamitra blesses Lord Rama with the knowledge of the divine bow, Sharanga, enabling him to wield its immense power.