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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 name for Shiva's cosmic dance?

  1. Nataraja

  2. Tandava

  3. Rudra Tandava

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

Rudra Tandava is not a name for Shiva's cosmic dance.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the sculpture that depicts Shiva performing the cosmic dance?

  1. Nataraja

  2. Shiva Nataraja

  3. Cosmic Dancer

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

Nataraja is the name of the iconic sculpture that depicts Shiva performing the cosmic dance.

Multiple choice

Which deity is most commonly depicted in Kalighat Paintings?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Krishna

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

Kali, the fierce form of the Hindu goddess Durga, is the most commonly depicted deity in Kalighat Paintings.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, what was the name of the god of prophecy and divination?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

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

Brahma is the Hindu god of prophecy, divination, and creation.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a Nakshatra Temple in India?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur

  3. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  4. Jagannath Temple, Puri
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur is a Shiva temple and is not associated with any nakshatra.

Multiple choice

The Nakshatra Temples in India are primarily dedicated to which deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Durga

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

The majority of Nakshatra Temples in India are dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is considered the ruler of the nakshatras.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is known for its intricate carvings depicting the 27 nakshatras?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  3. Jagannath Temple, Puri

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Kailasa Temple in Ellora is renowned for its magnificent carvings, including intricate depictions of the 27 nakshatras.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is considered to be the largest?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur

  3. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  4. Jagannath Temple, Puri
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is the largest functioning Hindu temple in the world and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is known for its annual Rath Yatra festival?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  3. Jagannath Temple, Puri

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Jagannath Temple in Puri is famous for its annual Rath Yatra festival, where three chariots carrying the deities of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are pulled through the streets.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known for its 108 Divya Desams?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  3. Jagannath Temple, Puri

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is considered one of the 108 Divya Desams, or sacred Vishnu temples in India.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is known for its unique architecture, featuring a pyramidal roof and a circular sanctum?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur

  3. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  4. Jagannath Temple, Puri
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Brihadeeswarar Temple in Thanjavur is known for its unique architecture, featuring a pyramidal roof and a circular sanctum.

Multiple choice

The Nakshatra Temples in India often feature sculptures of which mythical creature?

  1. Garuda

  2. Naga

  3. Yaksha

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

Garuda, the mythical bird-like creature, is often depicted in sculptures at Nakshatra Temples.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is known for its annual Theppotsavam festival, where the deity is taken out on a procession on a float?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  3. Jagannath Temple, Puri

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam is known for its annual Theppotsavam festival, where the deity is taken out on a procession on a float.

Multiple choice

Which Nakshatra Temple in India is known for its unique stepped tank, called the Surya Kund?

  1. Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam

  2. Kailasa Temple, Ellora

  3. Jagannath Temple, Puri

  4. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Kailasa Temple in Ellora is known for its unique stepped tank, called the Surya Kund.

Multiple choice

The Nakshatra Temples in India often feature sculptures of which deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Durga

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

Shiva is the primary deity associated with Nakshatra Temples in India, and his sculptures are often found within these temples.