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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

What is the name of the chariot that Arjuna and Krishna ride in the Kurukshetra War?

  1. Nandighosha

  2. Panchajanya

  3. Sudarshana Chakra

  4. Kaumodaki
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Arjuna and Krishna ride in the chariot Nandighosha in the Kurukshetra War.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the demon that Bhima kills in the Kurukshetra War?

  1. Hidimba

  2. Panchajanya

  3. Sudarshana Chakra

  4. Kaumodaki
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Bhima kills the demon Hidimba in the Kurukshetra War.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the city that the Pandavas build after the Kurukshetra War?

  1. Indraprastha

  2. Panchajanya

  3. Sudarshana Chakra

  4. Kaumodaki
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The Pandavas build the city of Indraprastha after the Kurukshetra War.

Multiple choice

In the Hindu epic Ramayana, who was the heroic prince who rescued his wife, Sita, from the demon king Ravana?

  1. Rama

  2. Krishna

  3. Arjuna

  4. Hanuman
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Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, embarked on a quest to rescue his wife Sita, who was abducted by the demon king Ravana, leading to the epic battle between good and evil.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Vedic deity?

  1. Indra

  2. Varuna

  3. Mitra

  4. Zeus
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Zeus is not a Vedic deity, but rather a Greek god.

Multiple choice

Who is the main protagonist of the Ramayana?

  1. Rama

  2. Lakshmana

  3. Sita

  4. Hanuman
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Rama is the main protagonist of the Ramayana.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Kaurava prince who is known for his evil ways?

  1. Duryodhana

  2. Dushasana

  3. Karna

  4. Shakuni
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Duryodhana is the Kaurava prince who is known for his evil ways.

Multiple choice

The intricate carvings and sculptures found in many Indian temples and monuments often depict scenes from which ancient Indian epic?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads
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The Ramayana is a popular ancient Indian epic that is often depicted in carvings and sculptures in Indian temples and monuments, showcasing scenes from the epic's narrative.

Multiple choice

Who is considered to be the founder of Hinduism?

  1. There is no single founder

  2. Brahma

  3. Vishnu

  4. Shiva
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Hinduism does not have a single founder. It is a collection of beliefs and practices that have evolved over time.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not one of the three main deities of Hinduism?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Durga
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The three main deities of Hinduism are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Durga is not one of the three main deities.

Multiple choice

Which deity is considered the supreme being in Hinduism?

  1. Brahman

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Durga
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Brahman is the ultimate reality and the source of all existence in Hinduism, often described as an impersonal, infinite, and transcendent consciousness.

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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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
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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
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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
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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.