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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 deity is known as the preserver in the Divine Trio?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vishnu is the preserver god in the Hindu trinity. He is often depicted as a blue-skinned god with four arms, and he holds a conch shell, a discus, a mace, and a lotus flower.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the destroyer in the Divine Trio?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiva is the destroyer god in the Hindu trinity. He is often depicted as a white-skinned god with three eyes and a crescent moon on his forehead. He holds a trident, a drum, a skull, and a snake.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Brahma's wife?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Saraswati is the wife of Brahma and the goddess of knowledge, music, and the arts.

Multiple choice

Who is Vishnu's wife?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lakshmi is the wife of Vishnu and the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and beauty.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Shiva's wife?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Lakshmi

  3. Parvati
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Parvati is the wife of Shiva and the goddess of power, fertility, and destruction.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a vehicle of Brahma?

  1. Swan

  2. Garuda

  3. Nandi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brahma's vehicle is a swan, which symbolizes purity and knowledge.

Multiple choice

What is the vehicle of Vishnu?

  1. Swan

  2. Garuda

  3. Nandi
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vishnu's vehicle is Garuda, a giant eagle, which symbolizes strength and speed.

Multiple choice

Which animal is associated with Shiva as his vehicle?

  1. Swan

  2. Garuda

  3. Nandi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiva's vehicle is Nandi, a white bull, which symbolizes strength and virility.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Brahma's abode?

  1. Satyaloka

  2. Vaikuntha

  3. Kailash
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brahma's abode is Satyaloka, which is the highest realm of the universe.

Multiple choice

Where is Vishnu's abode located?

  1. Satyaloka

  2. Vaikuntha

  3. Kailash
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vishnu's abode is Vaikuntha, which is a celestial realm located beyond the universe.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Shiva's abode?

  1. Satyaloka

  2. Vaikuntha

  3. Kailash
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiva's abode is Kailash, which is a mountain located in the Himalayas.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a form of Brahma?

  1. Narayana

  2. Hari

  3. Rudra
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Narayana is a form of Brahma that represents his aspect as the supreme being.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Vishnu's ten incarnations?

  1. Dashavatar

  2. Trimurti

  3. Tridevi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dashavatar refers to Vishnu's ten incarnations, which include Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Balarama, and Kalki.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a form of Shiva?

  1. Harihara

  2. Ardhanarishvara

  3. Trimurti
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ardhanarishvara is a form of Shiva that represents his union with Parvati, where one half of the body is male and the other half is female.

Multiple choice

Which animal is commonly associated with the Hindu god Vishnu?

  1. Cow

  2. Elephant

  3. Horse

  4. Garuda
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Garuda, a mythical bird, is the vahana (vehicle) of Vishnu and is often depicted as a symbol of strength and power.