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4 September 2026

Religious significance of Perumal

The topic provides cultural and philosophical context relevant to Indian literature and moral philosophy, but it is a general religious narrative rather than a specific, examinable event or policy.

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Notes

  • Perumal, in His avatar as Krishna, manifested on earth to vanquish Kamsa.
  • Krishna was born to Vasudeva and Devaki under the Rohini star on Ashtami in the Tamil month of Avani.
  • Krishna's life highlights various roles: cowherd, protector of the vulnerable, friend, and charioteer.
  • Krishna sought to establish the importance of an acharya (guru) by studying under sage Sandipini.
  • Krishna fulfilled his role as 'Gita Acharya' at Kurukshetra, guiding Arjuna through the Bhagavad Gita.
  • The Bhagavad Gita discourse integrates the paths of karma, gnana, and bhakti yoga.

Questions

  1. Discuss the philosophical significance of the Bhagavad Gita in integrating the paths of karma, gnana, and bhakti yoga as a framework for ethical action. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. According to the text, in which Tamil month was Krishna born?

  2. Who was Krishna's guru mentioned in the text?

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