Indian Philosophy and Religion

Description: Indian Philosophy and Religion Quiz
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Which of the following is not one of the four Vedas?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Yajurveda

  3. Samaveda

  4. Atharvaveda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Atharvaveda is not one of the four Vedas, but is instead a collection of hymns and spells.

Who is considered to be the founder of Buddhism?

  1. Siddhartha Gautama

  2. Mahavira

  3. Guru Nanak

  4. Kabir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha, is considered to be the founder of Buddhism.

What is the central teaching of Jainism?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Right knowledge

  3. Right conduct

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The central teaching of Jainism is non-violence, right knowledge, and right conduct.

Which of the following is not one of the five Ks of Sikhism?

  1. Kesh

  2. Kangha

  3. Kara

  4. Kirpan

  5. Kachera


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The five Ks of Sikhism are Kesh (uncut hair), Kangha (comb), Kara (steel bracelet), Kirpan (sword), and Kachera (short breeches). Kachera is not one of the five Ks.

Who is considered to be the founder of Hinduism?

  1. There is no single founder

  2. Brahma

  3. Vishnu

  4. Shiva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism does not have a single founder. It is a collection of beliefs and practices that have evolved over time.

What is the ultimate goal of life in Hinduism?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Bhakti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of life in Hinduism is moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Which of the following is not one of the three main deities of Hinduism?

  1. Brahma

  2. Vishnu

  3. Shiva

  4. Durga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The three main deities of Hinduism are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Durga is not one of the three main deities.

What is the name of the sacred text of Sikhism?

  1. Guru Granth Sahib

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Upanishads

  4. Tripitaka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sacred text of Sikhism is the Guru Granth Sahib.

Which of the following is not one of the four noble truths of Buddhism?

  1. Life is suffering

  2. The cause of suffering is desire

  3. The end of suffering is nirvana

  4. The path to nirvana is the eightfold path


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The four noble truths of Buddhism are life is suffering, the cause of suffering is desire, the end of suffering is nirvana, and the path to nirvana is the eightfold path.

What is the name of the festival of lights in Hinduism?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Dussehra

  4. Navratri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The festival of lights in Hinduism is Diwali.

Which of the following is not one of the three jewels of Buddhism?

  1. Buddha

  2. Dharma

  3. Sangha

  4. Nirvana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The three jewels of Buddhism are Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. Nirvana is not one of the three jewels.

What is the name of the sacred text of Jainism?

  1. Tripitaka

  2. Guru Granth Sahib

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Agamas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The sacred text of Jainism is the Agamas.

Which of the following is not one of the five vows of Jainism?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Non-possession

  5. Celibacy


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The five vows of Jainism are non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, non-possession, and non-attachment. Celibacy is not one of the five vows.

What is the name of the festival of colors in Hinduism?

  1. Holi

  2. Diwali

  3. Dussehra

  4. Navratri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The festival of colors in Hinduism is Holi.

Which of the following is not one of the four ashramas of Hinduism?

  1. Brahmacharya

  2. Grihastha

  3. Vanaprastha

  4. Sannyasa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The four ashramas of Hinduism are Brahmacharya, Grihastha, Vanaprastha, and Sannyasa. Sannyasa is not one of the four ashramas.

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