Can You Identify These Hindu Deities?

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Can You Identify These Hindu Deities? The gods that are worshiped in the Hindu religion vary in many ways, be it appearance, traits, an even the animals that they ride on. Only a true Hindu believer or scholar can be able to pass the quiz below. Do give it a... see moretry and get to see just how high you might score.
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2. Who's this?
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3. Who is the hero of the Ramayana?
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4. Which of the following is a member of the monkey army in the Ramayana?
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5. Who are the members of this happy family?
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6. Who is Rama's wife?
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7. Who's this?
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8. Which deity grew up in a dairy farming community and plays the flute?
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9. Which deity holds a book and a stringed instrument called a veena?
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10. Which deity rides a mouse or rat?
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11. Who is Ganesha's mother?
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12. Who's this?

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The correct answer is Parvati & Ganesha because in Hindu mythology, Parvati is the mother of Ganesha. Ganesha is one of the most widely worshipped Hindu deities and is known as the remover of obstacles. Parvati is the consort of Lord Shiva and is often depicted as a motherly figure. Therefore, the combination of Parvati and Ganesha is the most appropriate answer.

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13. Who's this?
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14. Which of the following is an avatar of Vishnu?
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15. Who is the Hindu god of destruction?
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16. Who is Parvati's husband?
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17. Shiva is the god of what?
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18. Lakshmi is the goddess of what?
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19. Who's this?
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20. Who's this?
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21. Who cut off Ganesha's original human head?
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22. Who are the members of the Trimurti?
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23. Who is Krishna's consort?
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24. What does this symbolize?
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25. Who's this?

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The correct answer is Shiva Nataraja because Shiva Nataraja is a Hindu deity who is often depicted as the Lord of Dance. The name "Nataraja" means "King of Dancers" and Shiva is shown in a dancing pose with multiple arms and surrounded by a ring of fire. This iconic image represents the cosmic dance of creation, preservation, and destruction. Durga, Lakshmi, and Vishnu are also Hindu deities, but they are not specifically associated with dance or depicted in the same way as Shiva Nataraja.

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26. Who's this?

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Based on the given options, the correct answer is Vishnu.

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27. Who's this?
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28. What's in the jar?
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29. Which deity wears a necklace of human skulls or heads?
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30. Who's this?

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The correct answer is Shiva. Shiva is one of the principal deities in Hinduism, known as the destroyer and transformer. He is often depicted with a third eye on his forehead, a crescent moon on his head, and a snake around his neck. Shiva is associated with various aspects such as creation, destruction, and meditation. He is often worshipped as the supreme god and is considered the patron deity of yoga and arts.

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31. Who is the goddess of learning?

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Sarasvati is the correct answer because she is widely recognized as the goddess of learning in Hindu mythology. She is associated with knowledge, music, arts, and wisdom. Sarasvati is often depicted with a musical instrument called the veena and is believed to inspire creativity and intellectual pursuits. She is revered as the embodiment of knowledge and is worshipped by students, scholars, and artists seeking her blessings for success in their respective fields.

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32. Who is the god of preservation?
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35. Who's this?
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36. Which Hindu deity rides a lion or tiger?
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37. Who's this?
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38. Who is the deity of wealth and good fortune?
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39. Who are the people here with their animal friends?
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40. Who is this?
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41. Which deity is depicted with four heads and four arms?
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42. Who's this?  
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43. Which of the following is true of Durga?
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44. Vishnu is the god of what?
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45. What is a Shaivite?
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46. Who is the god of creation?

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Based on the given options, the correct answer is Vishnu.

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47. Which deity has blue skin and holds a conch shell and a discus?

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Vishnu is the correct answer because he is often depicted with blue skin and is commonly portrayed holding a conch shell and a discus. The conch shell represents the primordial sound of creation, while the discus symbolizes the power to destroy evil forces. Vishnu is one of the principal deities in Hinduism and is known as the preserver and protector of the universe.

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48. What does Nataraja symbolize?
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49. Vaishnavites generally worship the divine in what form?
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50. What is the name of the formless, impersonal Ultimate Reality in Hinduism?
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Who's this?
Who's this?
Who is the hero of the Ramayana?
Which of the following is a member of the monkey army in the Ramayana?
Who are the members of this happy family?
Who is Rama's wife?
Who's this?
Which deity grew up in a dairy farming community and plays the flute?
Which deity holds a book and a stringed instrument called a veena?
Which deity rides a mouse or rat?
Who is Ganesha's mother?
Who's this?
Who's this?
Which of the following is an avatar of Vishnu?
Who is the Hindu god of destruction?
Who is Parvati's husband?
Shiva is the god of what?
Lakshmi is the goddess of what?
Who's this?
Who's this?
Who cut off Ganesha's original human head?
Who are the members of the Trimurti?
Who is Krishna's consort?
What does this symbolize?
Who's this?
Who's this?
Who's this?
What's in the jar?
Which deity wears a necklace of human skulls or heads?
Who's this?
Who is the goddess of learning?
Who is the god of preservation?
Who's this?
Who's this?
Who's this?
Which Hindu deity rides a lion or tiger?
Who's this?
Who is the deity of wealth and good fortune?
Who are the people here with their animal friends?
Who is this?
Which deity is depicted with four heads and four arms?
Who's this?  
Which of the following is true of Durga?
Vishnu is the god of what?
What is a Shaivite?
Who is the god of creation?
Which deity has blue skin and holds a conch shell and a discus?
What does Nataraja symbolize?
Vaishnavites generally worship the divine in what form?
What is the name of the formless, impersonal Ultimate Reality in...
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