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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 animal is considered the vehicle of Goddess Durga?

  1. Lion

  2. Tiger

  3. Elephant

  4. Horse
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The lion, known as Simhavahini, is the vehicle of Goddess Durga, the fierce form of Goddess Parvati.

Multiple choice

The sacred peacock is associated with which deity?

  1. Lord Krishna

  2. Lord Vishnu

  3. Goddess Saraswati

  4. Lord Shiva
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Explanation

The peacock is the sacred bird associated with Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, and arts.

Multiple choice

Which animal is considered the vehicle of Lord Indra?

  1. Elephant

  2. Horse

  3. Lion

  4. Bull
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The elephant, known as Airavata, is the vehicle of Lord Indra, the king of the gods and god of thunder and rain.

Multiple choice

The sacred swan is associated with which deity?

  1. Lord Brahma

  2. Lord Vishnu

  3. Goddess Saraswati

  4. Lord Shiva
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The swan is the sacred bird associated with Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe.

Multiple choice

Which animal is considered the vehicle of Goddess Kali?

  1. Jackal

  2. Lion

  3. Tiger

  4. Horse
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The jackal is the vehicle of Goddess Kali, the fierce form of Goddess Parvati.

Multiple choice

The sacred parrot is associated with which deity?

  1. Lord Krishna

  2. Lord Vishnu

  3. Goddess Saraswati

  4. Lord Shiva
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Explanation

The parrot is the sacred bird associated with Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, and arts.

Multiple choice

In Hinduism, what fruit is considered sacred and is often offered to deities during religious ceremonies?

  1. Mango

  2. Coconut

  3. Banana

  4. Jackfruit
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Explanation

Coconuts are considered sacred in Hinduism and are often used in religious ceremonies and rituals.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the founder of Hinduism?

  1. Lord Vishnu

  2. Lord Shiva

  3. Lord Brahma

  4. Lord Krishna
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Explanation

Lord Brahma is considered the creator of the universe and one of the three main deities of Hinduism.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the constellation that is associated with the Hindu god Brahma?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Orion

  3. Taurus

  4. Gemini
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Explanation

The constellation Ursa Major is associated with the Hindu god Brahma and is often depicted as a chariot in Indian mythology.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the moon?

  1. Soma

  2. Chandra

  3. Varuna

  4. Indra
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Explanation

Chandra is the Rigvedic god of the moon. He is also known as Soma, the god of the intoxicating drink of the same name.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the planets?

  1. Brihaspati

  2. Shukra

  3. Budha

  4. Ketu
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Brihaspati is the Rigvedic god of the planets. He is also known as Guru, the teacher of the gods.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the zodiac?

  1. Varuna

  2. Mitra

  3. Aryaman

  4. Bhaga
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Varuna is the Rigvedic god of the zodiac. He is also known as the god of the sky and the sea.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the solstices?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Varuna

  4. Indra
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Surya is the Rigvedic god of the solstices. He is also known as the god of the sun.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the comets?

  1. Rudra

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Brahma
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Rudra is the Rigvedic god of the comets. He is also known as the god of storms and destruction.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Rigvedic god of the aurora borealis?

  1. Indra

  2. Varuna

  3. Mitra

  4. Aryaman
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Indra is the Rigvedic god of the aurora borealis. He is also known as the god of thunder and lightning.