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Q64 (CDS-I/2008) History & Culture › Heritage & Misc Culture › Historical sites and monuments Answer Verified

Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists

(Celestial Body) | (Roman God)
A. Mercury | 1. God of the Underworld and Death
B. Pluto | 2. God of Commerce,Eloquence and Skill
C. Mars | 3. God of the Sea
D. Neptune | 4. God of War

Result
Your answer: —  Â·  Correct: D
Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 (A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3). This matching is based on classical Roman mythology, which provided the nomenclature for celestial bodies in our solar system.

  • Mercury (A-2): Named after the messenger of the gods, Mercury represents the God of Commerce, Eloquence, and Skill. Its rapid orbit around the Sun reflects the swiftness associated with this deity.
  • Pluto (B-1): Named after the God of the Underworld and Death, fitting for a body residing in the dark, distant reaches of the solar system.
  • Mars (C-4): Known as the Red Planet, its blood-like hue led to its association with the God of War.
  • Neptune (D-3): Due to its deep blue appearance, it was named after the God of the Sea.

Options 1, 2, and 3 are incorrect as they misattribute these specific mythological roles to the respective planets.

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