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The Theory of Karma and Rebirth in Hinduism

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What is the fundamental principle of the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Every action has a reaction.

  2. The soul is immortal.

  3. The goal of life is to achieve moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Theory of Karma and Rebirth is based on the belief that every action has a reaction, the soul is immortal, and the goal of life is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the law of karma?

  1. Every action has a reaction.

  2. The soul is immortal.

  3. The goal of life is to achieve moksha.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The law of karma states that every action, whether good or bad, has a corresponding reaction. This reaction can be experienced in this life or in future lives.

What is the concept of rebirth?

  1. The soul is reborn into a new body after death.

  2. The soul is reincarnated into a new body after death.

  3. The soul is transmigrated into a new body after death.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rebirth, reincarnation, and transmigration are all terms used to describe the process by which the soul is reborn into a new body after death.

What determines the type of body that the soul is reborn into?

  1. The soul's karma.

  2. The soul's desires.

  3. The soul's past actions.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The type of body that the soul is reborn into is determined by the soul's karma, desires, and past actions.

What is the goal of the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. To achieve moksha.

  2. To break the cycle of birth and rebirth.

  3. To attain liberation from suffering.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The goal of the Theory of Karma and Rebirth is to achieve moksha, break the cycle of birth and rebirth, and attain liberation from suffering.

What are the three types of karma?

  1. Sanchita karma, prarabdha karma, and kriyamana karma.

  2. Sanchita karma, agami karma, and kriyamana karma.

  3. Sanchita karma, prarabdha karma, and vipaka karma.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three types of karma are sanchita karma (accumulated karma), prarabdha karma (karma that is being experienced in this life), and kriyamana karma (karma that is being created in this life).

What is the difference between sanchita karma and prarabdha karma?

  1. Sanchita karma is the karma that has been accumulated over many lives, while prarabdha karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life.

  2. Sanchita karma is the karma that is being created in this life, while prarabdha karma is the karma that has been accumulated over many lives.

  3. Sanchita karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life, while prarabdha karma is the karma that has been created in this life.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanchita karma is the karma that has been accumulated over many lives, while prarabdha karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life. Prarabdha karma is a portion of sanchita karma that has been selected for experience in this life.

What is the difference between kriyamana karma and prarabdha karma?

  1. Kriyamana karma is the karma that is being created in this life, while prarabdha karma is the karma that has been accumulated over many lives.

  2. Kriyamana karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life, while prarabdha karma is the karma that is being created in this life.

  3. Kriyamana karma is the karma that has been accumulated over many lives, while prarabdha karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kriyamana karma is the karma that is being created in this life, while prarabdha karma is the karma that is being experienced in this life. Kriyamana karma can affect prarabdha karma, but it cannot change it.

What is the role of desire in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Desire is the root cause of suffering.

  2. Desire is the driving force behind karma.

  3. Desire is the obstacle to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Desire is the root cause of suffering, the driving force behind karma, and the obstacle to moksha. By overcoming desire, one can break the cycle of birth and rebirth and achieve liberation.

What is the role of ignorance in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Ignorance is the root cause of suffering.

  2. Ignorance is the driving force behind karma.

  3. Ignorance is the obstacle to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ignorance is the root cause of suffering, the driving force behind karma, and the obstacle to moksha. By overcoming ignorance, one can break the cycle of birth and rebirth and achieve liberation.

What is the role of knowledge in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Knowledge is the key to liberation.

  2. Knowledge is the antidote to suffering.

  3. Knowledge is the path to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Knowledge is the key to liberation, the antidote to suffering, and the path to moksha. By gaining knowledge, one can break the cycle of birth and rebirth and achieve liberation.

What is the role of action in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Action is the means to achieve liberation.

  2. Action is the way to break the cycle of birth and rebirth.

  3. Action is the path to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Action is the means to achieve liberation, the way to break the cycle of birth and rebirth, and the path to moksha. By performing selfless actions, one can purify their karma and attain liberation.

What is the role of devotion in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Devotion is the key to liberation.

  2. Devotion is the antidote to suffering.

  3. Devotion is the path to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Devotion is the key to liberation, the antidote to suffering, and the path to moksha. By developing devotion to God, one can purify their karma and attain liberation.

What is the role of meditation in the Theory of Karma and Rebirth?

  1. Meditation is the key to liberation.

  2. Meditation is the antidote to suffering.

  3. Meditation is the path to moksha.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meditation is the key to liberation, the antidote to suffering, and the path to moksha. By practicing meditation, one can purify their karma and attain liberation.

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