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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 of the following is not a major deity in the Hindu pantheon?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Zeus
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Zeus is a Greek god and not part of the Hindu pantheon.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is associated with knowledge and wisdom?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati

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

Saraswati is the Hindu deity of knowledge, music, art, and wisdom, often depicted as a beautiful woman playing a veena (a string instrument).

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is worshipped as the preserver of the universe?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Durga
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Vishnu is the Hindu deity associated with preservation and protection, often depicted as a blue-skinned god reclining on the serpent Ananta.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is associated with destruction and transformation?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Durga
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiva is the Hindu deity associated with destruction, transformation, and regeneration, often depicted as a fierce and powerful god with a third eye on his forehead.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is worshipped as the goddess of wealth and prosperity?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati

  4. Durga
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Lakshmi is the Hindu deity associated with wealth, prosperity, and fortune, often depicted as a beautiful woman holding a lotus flower.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, which planet is considered the ruler of wisdom and knowledge?

  1. Jupiter

  2. Mercury

  3. Saturn

  4. Venus
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In Hindu mythology, Jupiter (Brihaspati) is associated with wisdom, knowledge, and prosperity.

Multiple choice

Which celestial body is considered the abode of Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Earth

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

The Sun is considered the abode of Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is associated with the god Indra in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The constellation Ursa Minor is associated with the god Indra in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which planet is considered the ruler of wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology?

  1. Jupiter

  2. Mercury

  3. Saturn

  4. Venus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Venus (Shukra) is considered the ruler of wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which celestial body is considered the abode of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Earth

  4. Mars
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Moon is considered the abode of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is associated with the god Agni in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The constellation Taurus is associated with the god Agni in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which planet is considered the ruler of justice and righteousness in Hindu mythology?

  1. Jupiter

  2. Mercury

  3. Saturn

  4. Venus
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Saturn (Shani) is considered the ruler of justice and righteousness in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is known as the 'Bull' in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The constellation Taurus is known as the 'Vrishabha' or 'Bull' in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which celestial body is considered the abode of Lord Brahma in Hindu mythology?

  1. Sun

  2. Moon

  3. Earth

  4. Venus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Earth is considered the abode of Lord Brahma in Hindu mythology.

Multiple choice

Which constellation is associated with the god Varuna in Hindu mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Ursa Minor

  3. Orion

  4. Taurus
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The constellation Ursa Minor is associated with the god Varuna in Hindu mythology.