SSC
INDIAN ART
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Question
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holds the drum which is the first sound heard in the world during creation
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holds the fire with which he destroys
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points up in a reassuring gesture
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points down to the dwarf in which he dances to
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Detailed explanation-1: -In Hinduism, Shiva is often depicted with multiple arms, typically four or six. The multiple arms of Shiva symbolize his ability to simultaneously perform many different actions and his all-encompassing nature. He is often depicted holding weapons and other objects that represent his various powers and abilities.
Detailed explanation-2: -In art of the Hindu tradition, deities are depicted with multiple arms to illustrate divine power. Shiva Nataraja’s four arms each take a different position or hold symbolic objects, showing his strength and constellation of skills. Shiva wears an article of clothing around his waist called a veshti in south India.
Detailed explanation-3: -The Hindu God Shiva often wears a snake coiled around his upper arms and neck symbolizing the power he has over the most deadly of creatures. Snakes are also used to symbolize the Hindu dogma of reincarnation.