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Fairy Tales and Fables: Indian Folklore and Storytelling

Description: Fairy Tales and Fables: Indian Folklore and Storytelling Quiz
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Which of these is a popular Indian fairy tale about a princess who is turned into a swan?

  1. The Swan Princess

  2. The Frog Prince

  3. Cinderella

  4. The Little Mermaid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Swan Princess is a popular Indian fairy tale about a princess named Lilavati who is turned into a swan by a wicked stepmother.

In the Panchatantra, which animal is known for its intelligence and cunning?

  1. The Lion

  2. The Jackal

  3. The Elephant

  4. The Monkey


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the Panchatantra, the jackal is known for its intelligence and cunning. It often uses its wit to outsmart other animals.

Which Indian fable teaches the moral that slow and steady wins the race?

  1. The Tortoise and the Hare

  2. The Lion and the Mouse

  3. The Elephant and the Ant

  4. The Monkey and the Crocodile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tortoise and the Hare is a popular Indian fable that teaches the moral that slow and steady wins the race.

In the Ramayana, who is the monkey god who helps Lord Rama rescue his wife Sita?

  1. Hanuman

  2. Sugriva

  3. Lakshmana

  4. Bharata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanuman is the monkey god who helps Lord Rama rescue his wife Sita in the Ramayana.

Which Indian fairy tale features a magical talking parrot?

  1. The Parrot and the Thief

  2. The Golden Bird

  3. The Magic Mango Tree

  4. The Princess and the Pea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Parrot and the Thief is an Indian fairy tale that features a magical talking parrot who helps a princess escape from a wicked stepmother.

In the Mahabharata, who is the warrior prince who fights against his own cousins in the Kurukshetra War?

  1. Arjuna

  2. Karna

  3. Bhishma

  4. Duryodhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arjuna is the warrior prince who fights against his own cousins in the Kurukshetra War in the Mahabharata.

Which Indian fable teaches the moral that pride comes before a fall?

  1. The Lion and the Mouse

  2. The Elephant and the Ant

  3. The Monkey and the Crocodile

  4. The Peacock and the Crow


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Peacock and the Crow is an Indian fable that teaches the moral that pride comes before a fall.

In the Panchatantra, which animal is known for its strength and courage?

  1. The Lion

  2. The Elephant

  3. The Tiger

  4. The Bear


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Panchatantra, the lion is known for its strength and courage.

Which Indian fairy tale features a magical talking tree?

  1. The Magic Mango Tree

  2. The Golden Bird

  3. The Parrot and the Thief

  4. The Princess and the Pea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Magic Mango Tree is an Indian fairy tale that features a magical talking tree that grants wishes.

In the Ramayana, who is the demon king who kidnaps Sita?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ravana is the demon king who kidnaps Sita in the Ramayana.

Which Indian fable teaches the moral that honesty is the best policy?

  1. The Honest Woodcutter

  2. The Clever Fox

  3. The Greedy Dog

  4. The Lazy Donkey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Honest Woodcutter is an Indian fable that teaches the moral that honesty is the best policy.

In the Mahabharata, who is the wise and just king who presides over the Kurukshetra War?

  1. Yudhishthira

  2. Dhritarashtra

  3. Bhishma

  4. Duryodhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yudhishthira is the wise and just king who presides over the Kurukshetra War in the Mahabharata.

Which Indian fairy tale features a magical flying carpet?

  1. The Flying Carpet

  2. The Golden Bird

  3. The Magic Mango Tree

  4. The Princess and the Pea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Flying Carpet is an Indian fairy tale that features a magical flying carpet that can transport people anywhere in the world.

In the Panchatantra, which animal is known for its wisdom and knowledge?

  1. The Owl

  2. The Lion

  3. The Elephant

  4. The Monkey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Panchatantra, the owl is known for its wisdom and knowledge.

Which Indian fable teaches the moral that kindness is always rewarded?

  1. The Kind Brahmin

  2. The Clever Fox

  3. The Greedy Dog

  4. The Lazy Donkey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kind Brahmin is an Indian fable that teaches the moral that kindness is always rewarded.

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