Hindu Mythology: Churning of the Ocean

In a battle between gods and demons, neither side was winning. The gods, losing over time, sought help from Vishnu, who advised them to churn the ocean for nectar to gain immortality. Using Mount Kash and Vishnu's serpent, they began the churning. The first result was the deadly poison halahal, which only Shiva could consume, turning his neck blue.

What was the main reason the gods approached Vishnu during the battle?

• To seek a strategy to defeat the demons

• To request more warriors

• To ask for a new weapon

• To negotiate peace with the demons

What was used as the churning rod in the ocean churning process?

• Mount Olympus

• Mount Everest

• Mount Kash

• Mount Meru

Which creature was used as a coil in the churning of the ocean?

• A great serpent

• A large dragon

• A giant eagle

• A massive whale

What was the first substance to emerge from the ocean during the churning?

• Jewels

• Poison

• Gold

• Nectar

Why is Lord Shiva referred to as 'Neil'?

• Because he is the god of the ocean

• Because he has a blue neck

• Because he is the god of war

• Because he is the god of wisdom