Previous year MCQs

UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Ancient Indian History
Question

Who among the following deities is represented in art as holding a plough ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Balarama

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Balarama”.
Balarama is usually depicted holding a plow, shaped like a long sickle or hook.

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