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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

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Which of the following cult was popularised by Chaitanya?

  1. Shiva Cult

  2. Krishna Cult

  3. Eknathwad

  4. All of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu belonged to Mahagaudiya Sect. He was born in Bengal. He popularised Krishna cult that is the worship of Lord Krishna. He believed that through love, dance, and songs one can feel the presence of God.

Multiple choice

What does Guru Brahma Guru Vishnu Guru Devo Maheshwara mean?

  1. Respect for all my teachers and Gurus

  2. All is Well

  3. Cycle of Life

  4. Namaste
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

This shloka is a traditional prayer expressing gratitude to the Guru, equating the teacher with the divine trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheshwara.

Multiple choice

Where did mahabharat war happend

  1. Kurukshetra

  2. Indraprastha

  3. Hastinapur

  4. Janakpur
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A Correct answer
Explanation

According to the Mahabharata, the great war between the Pandavas and the Kauravas took place at Kurukshetra, located in present-day Haryana, India.

Multiple choice

Who is the main god in Hinduism?

  1. Brahma

  2. Kali

  3. Pavarti

  4. Saraswait
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In Hinduism, Brahma is considered the creator god within the Trimurti (the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva).

Multiple choice

Which god did the people of Mohenjo Daro worship

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Mother Indus

  4. Mother Sindhu
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The people of the Indus Valley Civilization worshipped various deities, often associated with nature. Mother Sindhu (referring to the river) represents the reverence for the life-giving water source.

Multiple choice

The Hindu god who was "teacher of the world"

  1. Vishnu

  2. Siva

  3. Krishna

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Krishna is widely revered in Hinduism, particularly in the Bhagavad Gita, as a divine teacher and guide who imparts wisdom to Arjuna. He is often referred to as the 'teacher of the world' or Jagadguru.

Multiple choice

In Hinduism the god that is preserver of the world

  1. Delphia

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Brahma
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Hindu triumvirate (Trimurti), Vishnu is revered as the preserver and protector of the universe. His role is to return to the earth in troubled times (often in the form of avatars like Rama or Krishna) to restore the balance of good and evil.

Multiple choice

In the Hinduism the god responsible for creating the world is

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Inxs
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In Hinduism, the Trimurti consists of three major deities: Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. Therefore, Brahma is the god responsible for the creation of the universe.

Multiple choice

Hinduism has many gods, but mainly focused on

  1. 6 gods

  2. 1 god

  3. 2 gods

  4. 3 gods
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D Correct answer
Explanation

While Hinduism features many deities, worship and theological focus often center on the Trimurti, which consists of three principal gods: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. These three represent the cosmic functions of creation, preservation, and destruction.