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Hindu Art: A Legacy of Artistic and Cultural Achievements

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Hindu temple architecture?

  1. Intricate carvings and sculptures

  2. Symmetrical design and layout

  3. Use of vibrant colors and patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hindu temple architecture is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures, symmetrical design and layout, and use of vibrant colors and patterns.

What is the primary purpose of a Hindu temple?

  1. To house the deity

  2. To serve as a place of worship

  3. To promote social and cultural gatherings

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hindu temples serve as a place of worship, house the deity, and promote social and cultural gatherings.

Which Hindu deity is often depicted as a blue-skinned god with four arms?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

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

What is the name of the sacred text that contains the stories of Hindu gods and goddesses?

  1. The Vedas

  2. The Upanishads

  3. The Bhagavad Gita

  4. The Ramayana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vedas are the sacred texts of Hinduism, containing hymns, prayers, and stories about Hindu gods and goddesses.

Which Hindu festival celebrates the victory of good over evil?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Navratri

  4. Dussehra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dussehra is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the slaying of the demon Ravana by Lord Rama.

What is the name of the Hindu god of wealth and prosperity?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ganesha is the Hindu god of wealth and prosperity, often depicted with an elephant head and a potbelly.

Which Hindu deity is associated with knowledge and wisdom?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahma is the Hindu god of knowledge and wisdom, often depicted with four heads and a white beard.

What is the name of the Hindu festival of lights?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Navratri

  4. Dussehra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, celebrated with the lighting of lamps and fireworks.

Which Hindu deity is associated with destruction and transformation?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is the Hindu god of destruction and transformation, often depicted with a third eye and a snake around his neck.

What is the name of the Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Janmashtami

  4. Dussehra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Janmashtami is the Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, often celebrated with devotional songs and dances.

Which Hindu deity is associated with love and beauty?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Lakshmi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of love and beauty, often depicted with four arms and a lotus flower.

What is the name of the Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Navratri

  4. Dussehra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dussehra is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the slaying of the demon Ravana by Lord Rama.

Which Hindu deity is associated with knowledge and wisdom?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahma is the Hindu god of knowledge and wisdom, often depicted with four heads and a white beard.

What is the name of the Hindu festival that celebrates the colors of spring?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Navratri

  4. Dussehra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Holi is the Hindu festival of colors, celebrated with the throwing of colored powder and water.

Which Hindu deity is associated with the preservation of the universe?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Ganesha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vishnu is the Hindu god of preservation of the universe, often depicted with four arms and a conch, a discus, a mace, and a lotus.

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