GK
BASIC GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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The Earth (Prithvi)
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The Indra
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The Wind God (Vayu)
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The Sun (Surya)
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Surya Gayatri, also known as the Adi Gayatri, is an invocation that first appeared in the Rig Veda, an ancient scripture of India. It is considered the original and principal mantra among the Gayatri mantras dedicated to various deities. This mantra honors Surya Devata, also known as Savitri, the lord of the sun.
Detailed explanation-2: -The meaning of this Gayatri Mantra should be understood for its maximum effect. Om Aditya vidamhe Diva karaya Dheemahe Thanno Surya Prachodayath || Om, Let me meditate on the Sun God, Oh, maker of the day, give me higher intellect, And let Sun God illuminate my mind.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Gāyatrī Mantra, also known as the Sāvitri Mantra, is a highly revered mantra from the Rig Veda (Mandala 3. 62.10), dedicated to the Vedic deity Savitr. Gāyatrī is the name of the Goddess of the Vedic meter in which the verse is composed.