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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 Hindu deity is often depicted with a trishula (trident) in their hand?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Lakshmi
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Shiva, the god of destruction and transformation, is often depicted with a trishula in his hand, symbolizing his power and authority.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted with a conch shell and a chakra (discus) in their hands?

  1. Vishnu

  2. Shiva

  3. Brahma

  4. Lakshmi
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Vishnu, the god of preservation and protection, is often depicted with a conch shell and a chakra in his hands, symbolizing his divine power and authority.

Multiple choice

Which Hindu deity is often depicted with a veena (stringed instrument) in their hand?

  1. Saraswati

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Lakshmi
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Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, music, and the arts, is often depicted with a veena in her hand, symbolizing her creative and intellectual powers.

Multiple choice

In Hinduism, what is the term for a sacred image or symbol that represents a deity or aspect of the divine?

  1. Murti

  2. Yantra

  3. Mantra

  4. Stupa
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In Hinduism, a murti is a sacred image or statue that represents a deity or an aspect of the divine. Murtis are often used in temples and homes for worship and meditation, helping devotees to connect with the divine and focus their spiritual practices.

Multiple choice

Who is the central character in the Ramayana?

  1. Lord Rama

  2. Lord Krishna

  3. Arjuna

  4. Yudhishthira
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Lord Rama is the central character in the Ramayana, an epic poem that tells the story of his life and adventures.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the constellation that is believed to represent the abode of the demon king Ravana in Indian mythology?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Orion

  3. Canis Major

  4. Pushya
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In Indian mythology, the constellation Pushya is associated with the demon king Ravana and is believed to be his abode.

Multiple choice

In the 2017 horror movie "The Ritual", what is the name of the ancient Indian deity that is worshipped by a group of hikers in the forest and leads to their encounter with a terrifying creature?

  1. Kali

  2. Shiva

  3. Vishnu

  4. Durga
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Kali is the ancient Indian deity that is worshipped by the hikers in the forest and leads to their encounter with a terrifying creature.

Multiple choice

In the 2022 horror movie "Brahmastra", what is the name of the ancient Indian weapon that is used to defeat a powerful demon?

  1. Brahmastra

  2. Trishul

  3. Sudarshan Chakra

  4. Gada
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Brahmastra is the ancient Indian weapon that is used to defeat a powerful demon.

Multiple choice

In Hindu mythology, who is the god of water and the protector of rivers?

  1. Varuna

  2. Indra

  3. Surya

  4. Agni
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Varuna, the Hindu god of water, is responsible for maintaining the balance and purity of water bodies and is often associated with the concept of cosmic order.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ritual performed on the final day of Durga Puja, where the idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in water?

  1. Visarjan

  2. Nimanjan

  3. Puja

  4. Aarti
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Visarjan is the ritual performed on the final day of Durga Puja, where the idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in a river or water body, symbolizing her return to her celestial abode.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the ritual performed on the eighth day of Durga Puja, where young girls are worshipped as manifestations of Goddess Durga?

  1. Kumari Puja

  2. Sindoor Khela

  3. Pushpanjali

  4. Aarti
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Kumari Puja is a ritual performed on the eighth day of Durga Puja, where young girls, known as kumari, are worshipped as manifestations of Goddess Durga and offered sweets and gifts.

Multiple choice

Which day of Durga Puja is marked by the immersion of Goddess Durga's idol in water?

  1. Dashami

  2. Ekadashi

  3. Dwadashi

  4. Trayodashi
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Dashami is the tenth and final day of Durga Puja, and it is on this day that the idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in water, marking the end of the festival.

Multiple choice

Which god is most frequently mentioned in the Rigveda?

  1. Indra

  2. Agni

  3. Varuna

  4. Surya
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Indra is the most frequently mentioned god in the Rigveda.

Multiple choice

What is the role of Indra in the Rigveda?

  1. He is the god of thunder and rain

  2. He is the god of war

  3. He is the god of the sky

  4. He is the god of the sun
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Indra is the god of thunder and rain in the Rigveda.

Multiple choice

Which god is associated with fire in the Rigveda?

  1. Indra

  2. Agni

  3. Varuna

  4. Surya
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Agni is the god of fire in the Rigveda.