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In Hindu mythology, who is the god of war and the commander of the celestial armies, son of Shiva and Parvati?
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Ganesha
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- Ganesha
- Hanuman
- Kartikeya
- Nandi
Explanation & Context
Kartikeya, also known as Skanda or Murugan, is the Hindu god of war and the commander of the armies of the gods.
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