Epics

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Which epic is considered the oldest surviving major work of Indian literature?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic poem attributed to the sage Valmiki and narrates the life of Rama, a legendary prince of Ayodhya.

Who is the central character of the Mahabharata?

  1. Rama

  2. Krishna

  3. Arjuna

  4. Yudhishthira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Arjuna is the third of the five Pandava brothers, the central characters of the Mahabharata.

What is the name of the battle that forms the central conflict of the Mahabharata?

  1. Battle of Kurukshetra

  2. Battle of Lanka

  3. Battle of Panipat

  4. Battle of Plassey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Battle of Kurukshetra is the central conflict of the Mahabharata and is fought between the Pandavas and the Kauravas.

Which character in the Mahabharata is known as the 'God of War'?

  1. Krishna

  2. Arjuna

  3. Bhima

  4. Karna


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karna is known as the 'God of War' in the Mahabharata due to his exceptional skills in archery and warfare.

Who is the author of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Valmiki

  2. Vyasa

  3. Krishna

  4. Arjuna


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is a part of the Mahabharata and is narrated by Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.

What is the main theme of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Bhakti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main theme of the Bhagavad Gita is Dharma, which refers to the righteous path or duty that one must follow in life.

Which epic is known for its story of a prince who goes on a quest to rescue his wife from a demon king?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramayana tells the story of Rama, a prince who goes on a quest to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana.

Who is the antagonist in the Ramayana?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ravana is the antagonist in the Ramayana and is the demon king who abducts Sita.

Which character in the Ramayana is known for his devotion to Lord Rama?

  1. Hanuman

  2. Lakshmana

  3. Bharata

  4. Shatrughna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanuman is known for his devotion to Lord Rama and is a central character in the Ramayana.

What is the name of the city where Lord Rama ruled?

  1. Ayodhya

  2. Lanka

  3. Mathura

  4. Dwarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lord Rama ruled the city of Ayodhya.

Which epic is known for its story of a group of five brothers who fight against their cousins for their rightful kingdom?

  1. Ramayana

  2. Mahabharata

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mahabharata tells the story of the Pandavas, a group of five brothers who fight against their cousins, the Kauravas, for their rightful kingdom.

Who is the eldest of the Pandava brothers?

  1. Yudhishthira

  2. Bhima

  3. Arjuna

  4. Nakula


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yudhishthira is the eldest of the Pandava brothers.

Which character in the Mahabharata is known for his strength and prowess with the mace?

  1. Bhima

  2. Arjuna

  3. Yudhishthira

  4. Nakula


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhima is known for his strength and prowess with the mace.

Who is the teacher and guide of the Pandavas?

  1. Krishna

  2. Vyasa

  3. Drona

  4. Bhishma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Krishna is the teacher and guide of the Pandavas.

Which character in the Mahabharata is known for his skill with the bow and arrow?

  1. Arjuna

  2. Bhima

  3. Yudhishthira

  4. Nakula


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arjuna is known for his skill with the bow and arrow.

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