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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 Munda legend recounts the tale of a hero who descends into the underworld to rescue his beloved?

  1. The Descent of Birsa Munda

  2. The Underworld Journey of Jatra Munda

  3. The Hero's Quest for Love

  4. The Legend of Jatra and Maya
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The Munda legend known as "The Legend of Jatra and Maya" tells the story of a brave hero named Jatra who ventures into the underworld to rescue his beloved, Maya, from the clutches of evil forces.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Oraon tribe, who is considered to be the creator of the world and the giver of life?

  1. Dharmesh

  2. Bhagwan

  3. Brahma

  4. Vishnu
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In Oraon mythology, Dharmesh is revered as the creator of the world and the giver of life. He is believed to have created the universe out of chaos and is often depicted as a benevolent and all-powerful deity.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Koya tribe, who is believed to be the goddess of wealth and prosperity?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Durga

  3. Kali

  4. Santoshi Mata
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In Koya mythology, Lakshmi is revered as the goddess of wealth and prosperity. She is believed to bring good fortune and abundance to those who worship her and is often depicted as a beautiful and benevolent deity.

Multiple choice

In the mythology of the Gond tribe, who is believed to be the god of thunder and rain?

  1. Indra

  2. Shiva

  3. Varuna

  4. Parjanya
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In Gond mythology, Parjanya is considered to be the god of thunder and rain. He is believed to control the weather and is often depicted as a powerful and majestic deity.

Multiple choice

In Santhal mythology, who is believed to be the creator of the world and the father of all living beings?

  1. Marang Buru

  2. Thakur Jiu

  3. Shiva

  4. Brahma
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In Santhal mythology, Marang Buru is considered to be the creator of the world and the father of all living beings. He is believed to have created the universe out of chaos and is often depicted as a benevolent and all-powerful deity.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, who is the god of creation, preservation, and destruction?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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Brahma is the creator of the universe and is often depicted with four heads and four arms.

Multiple choice

In the Ramayana, who is the demon king that abducts Sita, the wife of Lord Rama?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit
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Ravana is the king of Lanka and the main antagonist in the Ramayana.

Multiple choice

In the Ramayana, who is the monkey god who helps Lord Rama in his quest to rescue Sita?

  1. Hanuman

  2. Sugriva

  3. Lakshmana

  4. Vibhishana
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Hanuman is a powerful and loyal devotee of Lord Rama and is known for his strength and agility.

Multiple choice

In the Ramayana, who is the demon king's brother who helps Lord Rama in his quest to rescue Sita?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit
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Vibhishana is the brother of Ravana and joins Lord Rama's side after realizing the righteousness of his cause.

Multiple choice

In Yakshagana, which element of nature is symbolized by the dancer's elaborate costumes and dynamic movements?

  1. Fire

  2. Earth

  3. Water

  4. Air
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In Yakshagana, the dancer's elaborate costumes and dynamic movements often embody the passion and energy of fire, capturing its transformative power and illuminating presence.

Multiple choice

Which of these is not a name of Goddess Durga?

  1. Shakti

  2. Parvati

  3. Kali

  4. Lakshmi
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Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity, while Shakti, Parvati, and Kali are all aspects of Goddess Durga.

Multiple choice

Which mythological story is associated with Navratri?

  1. The victory of Lord Rama over Ravana.

  2. The churning of the ocean of milk.

  3. The birth of Lord Krishna.

  4. The marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati.
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Navratri is associated with the mythological story of Lord Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana.

Multiple choice

Which day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi?

  1. First

  2. Second

  3. Third

  4. Fourth
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The third day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.

Multiple choice

The sculptures at the Konark Sun Temple are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Goddess Durga

  4. Lord Surya
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The sculptures at the Konark Sun Temple are dedicated to Lord Surya, the Sun God.

Multiple choice

The sculptures at the Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Goddess Durga

  4. Lord Brahma
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The sculptures at the Lingaraja Temple are dedicated to Lord Shiva.