Question

According to Brahmapurāṇa, two Ūrdhvalokas (upper worlds) are:
A. Swargalokah
B. Rasatalalokah
C. Pātālalokas
D. Satyalokah

• A. A, B Only
• B. A, D Only
• C. A, C Only
• D. B, D Only

Hint:

Ūrdhvalokas = higher worlds like Swarga and Satya. Adholokas = lower worlds like Rasatala and Pātāla.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Concept of Lokas.
According to Hindu cosmology, the universe is divided into multiple realms called Lokas (worlds).
These Lokas are broadly classified into Ūrdhvalokas (upper worlds) and Adholokas (lower worlds).
Step 2: Swargaloka (A).
Swargaloka is the heaven of Indra, inhabited by gods and celestial beings.
It is definitely considered an Ūrdhvaloka (upper world).
Step 3: Satyaloka (D).
Satyaloka, also known as Brahmaloka, is the highest spiritual realm where Lord Brahmā resides.
This is also an Ūrdhvaloka.
Step 4: Eliminating others.
- Rasatala (B): Belongs to the underworld category (Adholoka).
- Pātāla (C): Also belongs to the lower worlds, not Ūrdhvaloka.
Step 5: Conclusion.
Hence, the two Ūrdhvalokas according to Brahmapurāṇa are Swargaloka and Satyaloka.