Creation Myths: Indian Folklore and Storytelling

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In the Rigveda, which deity is often associated with the creation of the universe?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Rigveda, Brahma is often regarded as the creator god, responsible for the birth of the universe and all that exists within it.

According to the Puranas, what emerged from the churning of the ocean of milk?

  1. Amrita (Elixir of Immortality)

  2. Lakshmi (Goddess of Wealth)

  3. Shiva (God of Destruction)

  4. Ganesha (Elephant-Headed God)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The churning of the ocean of milk, known as Samudra Manthan, resulted in the emergence of various divine beings and objects, including the Amrita, which granted immortality to those who consumed it.

In the creation myth of the Khasis, what is the name of the supreme being who brought forth the earth and sky?

  1. U Blei

  2. Ka U Nongthaw

  3. Lei Nongsynshar

  4. U Suid Nongthaw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

U Blei is the supreme being in Khasi mythology, often depicted as a benevolent creator who brought forth the earth and sky.

Which creation myth involves the sacrifice of a cosmic giant named Purusha?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Upanishads

  4. Ramayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rigveda contains the Purusha Sukta, a hymn that describes the creation of the universe through the sacrifice of the cosmic giant Purusha.

In the creation myth of the Gonds, who is the creator goddess who emerged from a lotus flower?

  1. Durga

  2. Kali

  3. Lakshmi

  4. Parvati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Durga, also known as Devi, is the creator goddess in Gond mythology, emerging from a lotus flower to bring forth the universe.

Which creation myth involves the emergence of the universe from the cosmic egg of Brahma?

  1. Brahma Purana

  2. Vishnu Purana

  3. Shiva Purana

  4. Devi Bhagavata Purana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Brahma Purana contains the creation myth where Brahma emerges from the cosmic egg and creates the universe.

In the creation myth of the Todas, what is the name of the creator god who fashioned the world using his breath?

  1. Teikirzi

  2. Wedo

  3. Porul

  4. Nirar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Teikirzi is the creator god in Toda mythology, who breathed life into the world and shaped it using his breath.

Which creation myth involves the emergence of the universe from the churning of the ocean of milk by Vishnu?

  1. Bhagavata Purana

  2. Vishnu Purana

  3. Shiva Purana

  4. Devi Bhagavata Purana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhagavata Purana contains the creation myth where Vishnu churns the ocean of milk, resulting in the emergence of various divine beings and objects.

In the creation myth of the Santhals, who is the creator god who fashioned the world using his flute?

  1. Marang Buru

  2. Jaher Era

  3. Thakur Jiu

  4. Bonga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marang Buru is the creator god in Santhal mythology, who played his flute to create the world and all living beings.

Which creation myth involves the emergence of the universe from the cosmic dance of Shiva?

  1. Shiva Purana

  2. Linga Purana

  3. Skanda Purana

  4. Devi Bhagavata Purana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shiva Purana contains the creation myth where Shiva performs the cosmic dance, known as Tandava, which brings forth the universe.

In the creation myth of the Mundas, who is the creator god who fashioned the world using his axe?

  1. Sing Bonga

  2. Jaher Era

  3. Bonga

  4. Marang Buru


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sing Bonga is the creator god in Munda mythology, who used his axe to shape the world and create all living beings.

Which creation myth involves the emergence of the universe from the cosmic egg of Vishnu?

  1. Vishnu Purana

  2. Bhagavata Purana

  3. Shiva Purana

  4. Devi Bhagavata Purana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vishnu Purana contains the creation myth where Vishnu emerges from the cosmic egg and creates the universe.

In the creation myth of the Nagas, who is the creator god who fashioned the world using his tears?

  1. Pathian

  2. Wangshu

  3. Puithiba

  4. Tapaimai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pathian is the creator god in Naga mythology, who shed tears that transformed into the world and all living beings.

Which creation myth involves the emergence of the universe from the cosmic egg of Brahma and Vishnu?

  1. Brahma Purana

  2. Vishnu Purana

  3. Shiva Purana

  4. Devi Bhagavata Purana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Brahma Purana contains the creation myth where Brahma and Vishnu emerge from the cosmic egg and create the universe.

In the creation myth of the Khasis, who is the creator goddess who fashioned the world using her loom?

  1. Ka U Nongthaw

  2. U Blei

  3. Lei Nongsynshar

  4. U Suid Nongthaw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ka U Nongthaw is the creator goddess in Khasi mythology, who wove the world into existence using her loom.

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