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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

5.Which God was worshipped by Lingayats

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Durga

  4. Brahma
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Lingayats are followers of Basavana and are dedicated to the worship of Shiva, often symbolized by the Linga they wear.

Multiple choice

The Alvars were worshippers of

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Durga

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Alvars were the poet-saints of the Bhakti movement in South India who were devoted to Lord Vishnu.

Multiple choice

The Saguna category worshipped

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Both Shiva and Vishnu

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Saguna Bhakti tradition involves the worship of deities with attributes (like Shiva and Vishnu), whereas Nirguna Bhakti focuses on a formless god.

Multiple choice

What/who is sati?

  1. A widow burning herself following the death of her spouse

  2. The creator of the world

  3. The second highest caste

  4. The god of destruction
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sati was a historical practice in some Indian communities where a widow would immolate herself on her husband's funeral pyre.

Multiple choice

Which god was the Perserver?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Hindu Trimurti, Vishnu is the Preserver, responsible for maintaining the order and balance of the universe.

Multiple choice

Which god was the Creator?

  1. Vishnu

  2. Brahma

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Hindu Trimurti, Brahma is considered the Creator of the universe.

Multiple choice

Which god was the Destroyer?

  1. Vishnu

  2. Indra

  3. Brahma

  4. Shiva
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In the Hindu Trimurti, Shiva is known as the Destroyer, representing the cycle of transformation and the end of the world to allow for new creation.

Multiple choice

Lord Ganesha is the son of which divine couple?

  1. Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi

  2. Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati

  3. Lord Brahma and Goddess Saraswati

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lord Ganesha is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, who is the god of wisdom and knowledge?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Ganesha
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brahma is the Hindu god of wisdom, knowledge, and creation. He is often depicted as a four-headed man with a white beard.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu god is known as the destroyer of evil and is often depicted with a trident?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiva is known as the destroyer of evil and is often depicted with a trident, which represents his power to destroy ignorance and illusion.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu goddess is known as the preserver and is often depicted with a lotus flower?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Parvati

  4. Durga
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Correct answer
Explanation

Vishnu is known as the preserver and is often depicted with a lotus flower, which represents purity and beauty.