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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 Indian epic poem tells the story of the demon king Ravana, who abducts Sita, the wife of Rama?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads
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The Ramayana tells the story of the demon king Ravana, who abducts Sita, the wife of Rama. Rama rescues Sita and defeats Ravana in a great battle.

Multiple choice

Which Indian epic poem tells the story of the demon king Ravana, who abducts Sita, the wife of Rama?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads
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The Ramayana tells the story of the demon king Ravana, who abducts Sita, the wife of Rama. Rama rescues Sita and defeats Ravana in a great battle.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which deity is associated with eclipses?

  1. Surya (Sun)

  2. Chandra (Moon)

  3. Rahu

  4. Ketu
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In Hindu mythology, Rahu and Ketu are two celestial beings who are believed to cause eclipses by swallowing the Sun or the Moon.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what is the name of the elephant-headed god of wisdom?

  1. Ganesha

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Brahma
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Ganesha is the Hindu god of wisdom and prosperity, often depicted with the head of an elephant.

Multiple choice

The Virupaksha Temple in Pattadakal is dedicated to which deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Durga
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The Virupaksha Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, which deity is associated with the planet Saturn and is often considered the god of justice and karma?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Saturn
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In Hindu mythology, Saturn is associated with the deity Saturn and is often considered the god of justice and karma.

Multiple choice

What do women do after eating the Karwa Chauth ki Thali?

  1. They pray to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

  2. They pray to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

  3. They pray to Lord Brahma and Goddess Saraswati.

  4. They pray to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Riddhi.
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After eating the Karwa Chauth ki Thali, women pray to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of dosha in Indian astrology?

  1. Vata

  2. Pitta

  3. Kapha

  4. Rahu
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Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are the three doshas or humors that govern a person's physical and mental characteristics, while Rahu is a malefic planet in Indian astrology.

Multiple choice

The concept of Brahman is often associated with:

  1. The Absolute

  2. The Creator

  3. The Preserver

  4. The Destroyer
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Brahman is often referred to as the Absolute, the ultimate reality that is beyond all limitations and distinctions.

Multiple choice

Which god is worshipped during Pongal?

  1. Surya

  2. Indra

  3. Shiva

  4. Vishnu
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Surya, the sun god, is worshipped during Pongal. He is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to the people.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous rod puppet character in Indian puppetry?

  1. Punch

  2. Judy

  3. Rama

  4. Ravana
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Rama is a popular rod puppet character in Indian puppetry, often depicted as the protagonist in stories based on the Ramayana.

Multiple choice

Which Tantric tradition is known for its emphasis on the worship of Shiva?

  1. Shaktism

  2. Vaishnavism

  3. Shaivism

  4. Advaita Vedanta
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Shaivism is a Tantric tradition that emphasizes the worship of Shiva, one of the primary deities in the Hindu pantheon. It seeks to cultivate devotion, surrender, and union with Shiva.

Multiple choice

The 'Dashavatara' puppet theater of Odisha is known for its:

  1. Ten incarnations of Vishnu

  2. Ten incarnations of Shiva

  3. Ten incarnations of Brahma

  4. Ten incarnations of Indra
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'Dashavatara' puppet theater is known for its ten incarnations of Vishnu.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, which celestial body is associated with the god Surya?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Mars

  4. Venus
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Surya is the Hindu god of the sun, and is often depicted riding a chariot drawn by seven horses.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, which planet is associated with the god Shani?

  1. Saturn

  2. Jupiter

  3. Mercury

  4. Venus
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Shani is the Hindu god of Saturn, and is often depicted as a dark-skinned man with a long beard.