Quiz on Ganesha

Who is the father of Lord Ganesha?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Karthikeyan

Which God as per the Hindu mythology must be offered prayers before anyone else?

• Shiva

• Agni

• Brahma

• Ganesha

What is the significance of Ganesha Chaturthi as per Hindu Mythology?

• ) It celebrates the arrival of Lord Ganesha to Earth from Kailash

• ii) It celebrates the birthday of Bal Gangadhar Tilak

• Both 1 and 2

• None

Why is Lord Ganesha known as Vighnaharta?

• As he removes obstacles

• As he has an elephants head

• As he eats laddoos

• As he is worshipped first among others

Which legislation was passed by the British Government that was opposed by Lokmanya Tilak through the celebration of Ganesha Chaturthi in Maharashtra?

• Minto Morley reforms

• Government of India Act 1835

• Anti Public Assembly Legislation 1892

• None of the above

Which of the following is true about Ganesha Chaturthi?

• ) Tilak organized the event to bridge the gap between Brahmins and non Brahmins

• ) It is a 10 day long festival of major importance in Maharashtra and other Western states of India

• both 1 and 2

• only one

• none of the above

Which of the following plant leaves is offered to Lord Ganesha only at the time of Ganesha Chaurthi?

• Basil leaves

• Corriander Leaves

• Bay leaves

• Indian Beel

Which is the oldest Veda to mention Lord Ganpati?

• Rig Veda

• Sam Veda

• Atharva Veda

• Yajura Veda

• None

Which organization celebrated Ganesha Chaturthi in London for the first time?

• Indian Home Rule League

• Theosophical Society

• Hindu Culture and Heritage Society

• Vishwa Hindu Parishad

Who is/are the consorts of Lord Ganesha?

• Lakshmi

• Prastuti

• Riddhi Siddhi

• Kiya Riya