Bharat Darshan Quiz
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What are the rocks found in Gandaki called?

  • Salagramas, manifestations of Lord Vishnu (correct)
  • Parvati Shilas, embodiments of Goddess Parvati
  • Shiva Lingams, symbols of Lord Shiva
  • Ganesh Shilas, representations of Lord Ganesh
  • Where does the river Gandaki originate?

  • Damodarakunda near Muktinadh in Nepal (correct)
  • The Tibetan Plateau
  • Gomukham on the Gangotri peak
  • The Himalayan foothills
  • What did Max Müller describe India as?

  • Cultural melting pot
  • The oldest civilization
  • Heavenly earth (correct)
  • Land of opportunities
  • What is the Sanskrit word for 'water'?

    <p>Ganga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Pavana Ganga' and 'Gangabhavani' are remembered as names for which river in Hinduism?

    <p>Ganges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gandaki River

    • The rocks found in Gandaki are called Shaligram.
    • The Gandaki River originates from the Mustang district in Nepal.
    • Max Müller described India as a 'land of holy rivers'.
    • The Sanskrit word for 'water' is Vār.
    • In Hinduism, 'Pavana Ganga' and 'Gangabhavani' are remembered as names for the Gandaki River.

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