Ramayana

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of the epic poem Ramayana, which is one of the most important texts in Hindu literature.
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Who is the author of the Ramayana?

  1. Valmiki

  2. Vyasa

  3. Tulsidas

  4. Kalidasa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Valmiki is considered to be the author of the Ramayana, although some scholars believe that it was composed by multiple authors over time.

What is the central theme of the Ramayana?

  1. The triumph of good over evil

  2. The importance of dharma (righteousness)

  3. The power of love

  4. The futility of war


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramayana is a story about the triumph of good over evil, as represented by the victory of Rama over Ravana.

Who is the protagonist of the Ramayana?

  1. Rama

  2. Lakshmana

  3. Sita

  4. Hanuman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rama is the protagonist of the Ramayana, and the story follows his journey to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana.

Who is the antagonist of the Ramayana?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ravana is the antagonist of the Ramayana, and he is the demon king of Lanka who abducts Sita.

What is the name of Rama's wife?

  1. Sita

  2. Lakshmana

  3. Urmila

  4. Mandavi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sita is the name of Rama's wife, and she is the daughter of King Janaka of Mithila.

What is the name of the forest where Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita spend fourteen years in exile?

  1. Dandaka Forest

  2. Chitrakoota Forest

  3. Panchavati Forest

  4. Rishyamukha Forest


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rama, Lakshmana, and Sita spend fourteen years in exile in the Dandaka Forest.

Who is the monkey king who helps Rama in his quest to rescue Sita?

  1. Hanuman

  2. Sugriva

  3. Angada

  4. Jambavan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanuman is the monkey king who helps Rama in his quest to rescue Sita.

What is the name of the bridge that Rama and his army build to cross the ocean to Lanka?

  1. Rama Setu

  2. Nala Setu

  3. Indra Setu

  4. Varuna Setu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rama Setu is the name of the bridge that Rama and his army build to cross the ocean to Lanka.

What is the name of the demon king of Lanka who abducts Sita?

  1. Ravana

  2. Kumbhakarna

  3. Vibhishana

  4. Indrajit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ravana is the name of the demon king of Lanka who abducts Sita.

What is the name of the weapon that Rama uses to kill Ravana?

  1. Brahmastra

  2. Vishnu Astra

  3. Shiva Astra

  4. Indra Astra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rama uses the Brahmastra to kill Ravana.

What is the name of the city that Rama rules after he returns to Ayodhya?

  1. Ayodhya

  2. Mithila

  3. Lanka

  4. Kishkindha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rama rules the city of Ayodhya after he returns from exile.

How many years does Rama spend in exile?

  1. 10 years

  2. 12 years

  3. 14 years

  4. 16 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rama spends fourteen years in exile.

What is the name of the demon who is killed by Lakshmana?

  1. Kumbhakarna

  2. Vibhishana

  3. Indrajit

  4. Ravana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lakshmana kills the demon Kumbhakarna.

What is the name of the demon who is killed by Hanuman?

  1. Kumbhakarna

  2. Vibhishana

  3. Indrajit

  4. Ravana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Hanuman kills the demon Indrajit.

What is the name of the demon who is killed by Rama?

  1. Kumbhakarna

  2. Vibhishana

  3. Indrajit

  4. Ravana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rama kills the demon Ravana.

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