Lunar Symbolism and Its Representation in Indian Mythology

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In Hindu mythology, the moon is associated with which deity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Chandra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chandra is the Hindu deity associated with the moon.

What is the name of the lunar mansion (nakshatra) that is ruled by Chandra?

  1. Rohini

  2. Mrigashira

  3. Ardra

  4. Punarvasu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rohini is the lunar mansion ruled by Chandra.

In the Rigveda, the moon is often referred to as what?

  1. Soma

  2. Chandra

  3. Surya

  4. Agni


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Soma is the name given to the moon in the Rigveda.

Which Hindu festival is dedicated to the worship of Chandra?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Raksha Bandhan

  4. Karwa Chauth


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karwa Chauth is the Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Chandra.

In Hindu mythology, the moon is often depicted as a what?

  1. Rabbit

  2. Turtle

  3. Elephant

  4. Horse


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The moon is often depicted as a rabbit in Hindu mythology.

What is the name of the lunar eclipse in Hindu mythology?

  1. Chandra Grahan

  2. Surya Grahan

  3. Rahu Grahan

  4. Ketu Grahan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandra Grahan is the name of the lunar eclipse in Hindu mythology.

Which Hindu god is associated with the waxing moon?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is associated with the waxing moon.

Which Hindu god is associated with the waning moon?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vishnu is associated with the waning moon.

In Hindu mythology, the moon is often seen as a symbol of what?

  1. Love

  2. Beauty

  3. Fertility

  4. Wealth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The moon is often seen as a symbol of love in Hindu mythology.

Which Hindu goddess is associated with the moon?

  1. Lakshmi

  2. Saraswati

  3. Parvati

  4. Durga


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Parvati is the Hindu goddess associated with the moon.

What is the name of the lunar calendar used in Hindu astrology?

  1. Vikram Samvat

  2. Shaka Samvat

  3. Luni-Solar Calendar

  4. Nakshatra Calendar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nakshatra Calendar is the lunar calendar used in Hindu astrology.

Which Hindu deity is associated with the full moon?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahma is associated with the full moon.

Which Hindu deity is associated with the new moon?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indra is associated with the new moon.

In Hindu mythology, the moon is often seen as a symbol of what?

  1. Time

  2. Change

  3. Renewal

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The moon is often seen as a symbol of time, change, and renewal in Hindu mythology.

Which Hindu deity is associated with the lunar eclipse?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Rahu


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rahu is associated with the lunar eclipse.

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