Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kinship, Caste and Class

Question:

According to the tradition, Ved Vyasa dictated the text of Mahabharata to which deity?
(1) Lord Shiva
(2) Goddess Saraswati
(3) Lord Ganesha
(4) Suttas

Options:

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer:

3

Explanation:

Lord Ganesha was the scribe according to tradition, and Vyasa dictated the text of the Mahabharata to the deity.

According to Hindu tradition, the Mahabharata, one of the longest epic poems in the world, is attributed to the sage Vyasa. The story goes that Vyasa wanted to compose the Mahabharata, which is a vast and intricate text, and he needed someone who could write it down as he narrated. Vyasa approached Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity known for his wisdom and intellect, to assist him.