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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, which god is associated with the planet Mars?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra
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Indra, the god of thunder, rain, and war, is often linked to the planet Mars, which is considered a symbol of his strength and power.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what was the name of the god who created the universe and all living beings?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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Brahma is the Hindu god of creation, often depicted as the creator of the universe and all living beings.

Multiple choice

In Vedic literature, what is the name of the demon who is said to cause eclipses?

  1. Rahu

  2. Ketu

  3. Surya

  4. Chandra
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Rahu is a demon who is said to have been beheaded by Vishnu. His head became the planet Rahu, and his tail became the planet Ketu. Rahu and Ketu are said to cause eclipses by swallowing the sun and moon.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common attribute of Hayagriva, the horse-headed deity?

  1. A lotus flower

  2. A conch shell

  3. A wheel

  4. A horse's head
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Hayagriva is often depicted with a horse's head, which symbolizes his power and strength.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common attribute of Yamantaka, the wrathful deity?

  1. A lotus flower

  2. A conch shell

  3. A wheel

  4. A skull cup
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Yamantaka is often depicted holding a skull cup, which symbolizes his power to conquer death.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the bodhisattva associated with power and strength?

  1. Vajrapani

  2. Avalokiteshvara

  3. Maitreya

  4. Samantabhadra
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Vajrapani is the bodhisattva of power and strength, and is often depicted holding a vajra, a symbol of his power.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted with multiple arms, symbolizing divine power and protection?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Ganesha

  4. Lakshmi
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Shiva, the god of destruction and transformation, is frequently portrayed with multiple arms, representing his immense power and ability to protect his devotees.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted as a benevolent elephant-headed god, symbolizing wisdom and prosperity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Ganesha

  4. Lakshmi
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Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, is widely revered in Hinduism as the remover of obstacles, the god of wisdom and prosperity, and a symbol of auspicious beginnings.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted as a beautiful goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Ganesha

  4. Lakshmi
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Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, is widely revered in Hinduism and often depicted as a beautiful woman adorned with gold and jewels.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted as a fierce and powerful goddess, symbolizing strength, courage, and victory?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Ganesha

  4. Durga
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Durga, the fierce and powerful goddess, is widely revered in Hinduism as a symbol of strength, courage, and victory, often depicted as a warrior goddess riding a lion.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what is the name of the elephant-headed god who is known for his wisdom and intelligence?

  1. Ganesha

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Brahma
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Ganesha is a Hindu god who is depicted with an elephant's head and a human body, and is known for his wisdom, intelligence, and ability to remove obstacles.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the first month of the Hindu calendar?

  1. Chaitra

  2. Vaisakha

  3. Jyeshtha

  4. Ashadha
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Chaitra is the first month of the Hindu calendar, and it corresponds to March-April in the Gregorian calendar.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which deity is associated with the planet Venus?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Lakshmi
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Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, is associated with the planet Venus in Indian mythology.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which deity is associated with the planet Mercury?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Budha
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Budha, the god of wisdom and knowledge, is associated with the planet Mercury in Indian mythology.

Multiple choice

In Indian mythology, which deity is associated with the planet Mars?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Mangala
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Mangala, the god of war and courage, is associated with the planet Mars in Indian mythology.