a) Aryama, Punjikasthali, Pulaha
b) Mitra, Menaka, Atri
c) Dhata, Krtasthali, Pulastya
d) Varuna, Rambha, Vasistha
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a) Material energy
b) Vedic meters
c) Fearlessness
d) Processes of Sankhya and yoga
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a) Sky, directions, death
b) Sun, wind, moon
c) Greed, delusion, moonshine
d) Trees, heavenly planets, clouds
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a) Of achieving the post of spiritual master of Puranas
b) Of having perfect knowledge of past, present and future
c) Of obtaining transcendental realization of the Supreme along with renunciation
d) All the above
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a) Long life
b) Unfailing devotion to the Supreme Lord and His dedicated devotees like Lord Siva
c) Unlimited wealth of Kailasa
d) All the above
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a) Words of welcome and sitting places
b) Water for washing feet and scented drinking water
c) Fragrant oils and flower garlands
d) All the above
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a) They cursed the Lord
b) Lord Vishnu appeared and informed Markandeya Rsi
c) Lord Siva entered Markandeya’s heart and indicated his presence
d) All the above
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