Indian Mythology and Deities

Description: Test your knowledge of Indian mythology and deities with this quiz. From the powerful gods and goddesses to the fascinating creatures and legends, explore the rich tapestry of Indian mythology.
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Who is the supreme god in the Hindu pantheon?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brahma is considered the creator of the universe and is often depicted with four heads and four arms.

Which deity is known as the preserver of the universe?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vishnu is often depicted as a blue-skinned god with four arms, holding a conch shell, a discus, a mace, and a lotus flower.

Who is the god of destruction and transformation?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shiva is often depicted as a fierce god with a third eye on his forehead and a crescent moon in his hair.

Which goddess is known as the goddess of wealth and prosperity?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Durga

  4. Kali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lakshmi is often depicted as a beautiful woman seated on a lotus flower, holding a pot of gold coins.

Who is the goddess of knowledge and wisdom?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Durga

  4. Kali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Saraswati is often depicted as a beautiful woman seated on a swan, holding a book and a veena (a stringed instrument).

Which goddess is known as the fierce and powerful warrior goddess?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Durga

  4. Kali


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Durga is often depicted as a fierce warrior goddess with multiple arms, riding a lion or a tiger.

Who is the goddess of death and destruction?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Durga

  4. Kali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kali is often depicted as a dark-skinned goddess with a necklace of skulls and a tongue dripping with blood.

Which god is known as the lord of the underworld?

  1. Yama

  2. Varuna

  3. Kubera

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yama is often depicted as a stern and just god, riding a buffalo and holding a noose.

Who is the god of the sky and rain?

  1. Yama

  2. Varuna

  3. Kubera

  4. Indra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indra is often depicted as a powerful warrior god, riding an elephant and wielding a thunderbolt.

Which god is known as the guardian of wealth and prosperity?

  1. Yama

  2. Varuna

  3. Kubera

  4. Indra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kubera is often depicted as a plump and wealthy god, riding a chariot pulled by four white horses.

Who is the god of the ocean and water?

  1. Yama

  2. Varuna

  3. Kubera

  4. Indra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Varuna is often depicted as a wise and just god, riding a sea monster and holding a noose.

Which god is known as the lord of the sun?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Mangala

  4. Budha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surya is often depicted as a radiant god, riding a chariot pulled by seven horses.

Who is the god of the moon?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Mangala

  4. Budha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chandra is often depicted as a gentle and beautiful god, riding a chariot pulled by a white horse.

Which god is known as the lord of Mars?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Mangala

  4. Budha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mangala is often depicted as a fierce and powerful god, riding a chariot pulled by four red horses.

Who is the god of Mercury?

  1. Surya

  2. Chandra

  3. Mangala

  4. Budha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Budha is often depicted as a wise and intelligent god, riding a chariot pulled by a black horse.

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