Question

King Manu's devotion was pleasing to the god Brahma, so Brahma decided to give Manu the gift of a very special fish, a magical carp. As Manu was praying one day, suddenly the wondrous fish fell from the sky into his hands.

In the story of Manu, what was it about Manu that pleased the god Brahma so much?

Manu’s fear of others
Manu’s religious feelings
Manu’s strength and victories in battle
Manu’s great learning and knowledge

Answer 1

Manu’s religious feelings

Brahma was pleased by Manu’s devotion and piety (his religious feelings/penance), so he gave Manu the magical carp.