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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

In Hindu mythology, who is the god of destruction?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra
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Explanation

Shiva is the Hindu god of destruction and is often depicted as a man with a third eye on his forehead.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu ritual is performed to honor the god Shiva?

  1. The Shivaratri

  2. The Maha Shivaratri

  3. The Linga Puja

  4. The Rudrabhisheka
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Explanation

The Maha Shivaratri is a Hindu festival that honors the god Shiva. It is one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar.

Multiple choice

Which Panchamahabhuta is considered to be the most gross?

  1. Earth

  2. Water

  3. Fire

  4. Air

  5. Space
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Earth is considered to be the most gross Panchamahabhuta.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Jupiter

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

Multiple choice

In Indian folk magic, what is the term for a person who possesses supernatural powers and can perform magical acts?

  1. Sadhu

  2. Fakir

  3. Jinn

  4. Tantrik
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Explanation

Tantriks are individuals believed to possess supernatural powers and the ability to perform magical acts through the use of tantric rituals and practices.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the powerful female spirit often associated with witchcraft in Indian folklore?

  1. Daayan

  2. Churel

  3. Yakshini

  4. Pisacha
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Daayan is a mythical female spirit believed to possess supernatural powers and the ability to perform witchcraft, often depicted as a beautiful but evil woman.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mythical creature often associated with witchcraft and black magic in Indian folklore?

  1. Rakshasa

  2. Yaksha

  3. Gandharva

  4. Apsara
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Rakshasas are mythical creatures often depicted as demons or evil spirits, associated with witchcraft and black magic in Indian folklore.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mythical bird often associated with witchcraft and black magic in Indian folklore?

  1. Uluka

  2. Koyal

  3. Mayura

  4. Hamsa
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Explanation

Uluka is a mythical bird often associated with witchcraft and black magic in Indian folklore, believed to possess supernatural powers.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, who was the god of preservation and protection?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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Explanation

Vishnu was the Hindu god of preservation and protection, often depicted as a blue-skinned deity with four arms, holding various divine attributes.

Multiple choice

What are the main characters in the Panchatantra?

  1. Animals

  2. Humans

  3. Gods and goddesses

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Panchatantra features a wide range of characters, including animals, humans, gods and goddesses.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the lotus flower?

  1. Padma

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

  4. Kataka
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Explanation

The Padma mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the ring finger, while the other fingers are extended.

Multiple choice

Which mudra is used to represent the elephant trunk?

  1. Gajamukha

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

  4. Kataka
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The Gajamukha mudra is formed by placing the thumb and the index finger together, while the other fingers are curled inward.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the conch shell?

  1. Shankha

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

  4. Kataka
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The Shankha mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the little finger, while the other fingers are extended.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the mace?

  1. Gada

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

  4. Kataka
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The Gada mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the middle finger, while the other fingers are extended.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the arrow?

  1. Shar

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

  4. Kataka
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The Shar mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the middle finger, while the other fingers are extended.