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Himalayan Environmental Myths and Legends

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According to Himalayan mythology, who is the protector of the mountains?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is often depicted as a yogi meditating in the Himalayas and is considered the protector of the mountains.

In Tibetan mythology, what is the name of the sacred mountain that is believed to be the abode of the gods?

  1. Mount Kailash

  2. Mount Everest

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Annapurna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Kailash is considered the sacred abode of Shiva and is a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains.

Which Himalayan deity is associated with the protection of forests and wildlife?

  1. Durga

  2. Kali

  3. Parvati

  4. Lakshmi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Durga is often depicted as a fierce warrior goddess riding a tiger and is associated with the protection of forests and wildlife.

In Sherpa mythology, what is the name of the yeti, a legendary creature said to inhabit the high mountains?

  1. Abominable Snowman

  2. Bigfoot

  3. Sasquatch

  4. Yowie


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Abominable Snowman is a legendary creature said to inhabit the high mountains of the Himalayas and is often depicted as a large, hairy humanoid.

Which Himalayan mountain is associated with the legend of the hidden kingdom of Shangri-La?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. Kanchenjunga

  3. Annapurna

  4. Dhaulagiri


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kanchenjunga is associated with the legend of the hidden kingdom of Shangri-La, a mythical utopia said to be located in the Himalayas.

In Hindu mythology, which river is considered sacred and believed to have the power to purify sins?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Saraswati

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River is considered sacred in Hindu mythology and is believed to have the power to purify sins.

Which Himalayan mountain is associated with the legend of the nine unknown men, a group of wise sages said to possess great knowledge and wisdom?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Nanga Parbat

  4. Gasherbrum I


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

K2 is associated with the legend of the nine unknown men, a group of wise sages said to possess great knowledge and wisdom.

In Tibetan mythology, what is the name of the sacred lake that is believed to be the source of all life?

  1. Lake Manasarovar

  2. Lake Tilicho

  3. Lake Gokyo

  4. Lake Phewa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lake Manasarovar is considered sacred in Tibetan mythology and is believed to be the source of all life.

Which Himalayan deity is associated with the protection of travelers and is often invoked by pilgrims and trekkers?

  1. Vishnu

  2. Brahma

  3. Indra

  4. Kubera


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kubera is associated with the protection of travelers and is often invoked by pilgrims and trekkers.

In Hindu mythology, which mountain is considered the abode of the gods and is the site of the legendary churning of the ocean?

  1. Mount Meru

  2. Mount Kailash

  3. Mount Everest

  4. Kanchenjunga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Meru is considered the abode of the gods in Hindu mythology and is the site of the legendary churning of the ocean.

Which Himalayan mountain is associated with the legend of the hidden valley of Shangri-La, a utopia said to be inhabited by immortal beings?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Nanga Parbat

  4. Kanchenjunga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kanchenjunga is associated with the legend of the hidden valley of Shangri-La, a utopia said to be inhabited by immortal beings.

In Tibetan mythology, what is the name of the sacred mountain that is believed to be the abode of the dakinis, female deities associated with wisdom and power?

  1. Mount Kailash

  2. Mount Everest

  3. Kanchenjunga

  4. Annapurna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mount Kailash is considered the abode of the dakinis, female deities associated with wisdom and power.

Which Himalayan deity is associated with the protection of livestock and is often worshipped by shepherds and farmers?

  1. Shiva

  2. Vishnu

  3. Brahma

  4. Indra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is associated with the protection of livestock and is often worshipped by shepherds and farmers.

In Hindu mythology, which river is considered the abode of the goddess Ganga and is believed to have the power to grant salvation?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Saraswati

  4. Narmada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganges River is considered the abode of the goddess Ganga and is believed to have the power to grant salvation.

Which Himalayan mountain is associated with the legend of the hidden kingdom of Agartha, a subterranean utopia said to be inhabited by advanced beings?

  1. Mount Everest

  2. K2

  3. Nanga Parbat

  4. Kanchenjunga


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Mount Kailash is associated with the legend of the hidden kingdom of Agartha, a subterranean utopia said to be inhabited by advanced beings.

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