Indian Epic Ramayana Overview

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Who is regarded by many Hindus as an incarnation of the god Vishnu?

  • Lakshmana
  • Bharata
  • Rama (correct)
  • Sita

Which character in the Ramayana put Rama's sandals on the throne and ruled Ayodhya in his name?

  • Hanuman
  • Lakshmana
  • Sita
  • Bharata (correct)

Who is the leader of the monkey tribe allied with Rama against Ravana?

  • Sita
  • Bharata
  • Lakshmana
  • Hanuman (correct)

Who is Dasaratha's first-born son and upholder of Dharma in the Ramayana?

<p>Rama (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character is described as the adopted daughter of King Janak?

<p>Sita (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character learned of his mother's scheme to banish Rama and ruled Ayodhya in Rama's name?

<p>Bharata (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is attributed as the Sanskrit poet of the original Ramayana epic poem?

<p>Valmiki (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which festival celebrates Rama and Sita's return home to Ayodhya?

<p>Diwali (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was revealed to be an incarnate form of the God Dharma in the text?

<p>Arjuna (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Great Journey the Pandavas embarked upon in the text?

<p>Walking north towards the polar mountain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event does the Dussehra festival commemorate?

<p>Rama's victory over Ravana (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was left alone with a dog that followed him on his journey to heaven?

<p>Yudhishthira (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Rama banished from the kingdom by his father?

<p>His stepmother wanted her son Bharata to become king (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character in the Ramayana is known for demanding Rama's banishment?

<p>Kaikeyi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Yudhishthira refuse to do when he reached the gate of heaven?

<p>Refuse to drive the dog back (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was revealed to be an incarnate form of the God Dharma in the text?

<p>Draupadi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian epic is mentioned in the text as providing models in dharma?

<p>Ramayana (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sons did King Dasharatha have in the Ramayana?

<p>4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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