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Mythology
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Who is the Hindu goddess of justice and retribution, often depicted with a noose and a skull?
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Kali
Quiz Options
- Kali
- Durga
- Chamunda
- Varahi
Explanation & Context
While Kali is associated with destruction and time, she is also seen as a fierce protector and dispeller of evil. Chamunda is also a fierce goddess often conflated with Kali, but Kali herself represents these aspects.
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