Q. Consider the following information:
Symbolic Gesture (Mudra)Primary SignificationAction
1. Abhaya MudraFearlessness and reassuranceRight hand raised outward to ward off fear
2. Varada MudraCharity, boon-granting, and compassionLeft hand held downward with open palm facing outward
3. Anjali MudraDevotion, greeting, and respectPalms pressed together at chest level
4. Karana MudraWarding off evil energy and demonic forcesHand extended with index and little finger raised
In which of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Row 1 is correctly matched: Abhaya Mudra signifies protection, peace, and dispelling of fear.
- Row 2 is correctly matched: Varada Mudra symbolizes mercy, charity, and conferring blessings.
- Row 3 is correctly matched: Anjali Mudra represents reverence, devotional greeting, and salutation.
- Row 4 is correctly matched: Karana Mudra (the gesture of warding off evil) is used to expel negative thoughts and demonic influences.
