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The Concept of Reincarnation in Indian Philosophy

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What is the central idea behind the concept of reincarnation in Indian philosophy?

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

  2. The soul is reincarnated into a different species after death.

  3. The soul is reborn into the same body after death.

  4. The soul is reincarnated into a different realm of existence after death.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reincarnation, also known as rebirth or transmigration, is the belief that a soul or spirit, after death, begins a new life in a new body. This process is believed to continue until the soul achieves moksha or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

What is the term used to describe the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Indian philosophy?

  1. Samsara

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Dharma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samsara is the term used to describe the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Indian philosophy. It is believed that the soul is trapped in this cycle due to its karma, or actions, in previous lives.

What is the ultimate goal of the soul in Indian philosophy?

  1. To achieve moksha or liberation from the cycle of rebirth.

  2. To accumulate wealth and power.

  3. To experience all the pleasures of life.

  4. To attain a higher social status.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the soul in Indian philosophy is to achieve moksha or liberation from the cycle of rebirth. This can be achieved through spiritual practices such as meditation, yoga, and self-realization.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that determines the type of body a soul is reborn into?

  1. Karma

  2. Dharma

  3. Vasanas

  4. Free will


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma, dharma, and vasanas are all factors that determine the type of body a soul is reborn into. Free will, however, is not a factor, as the soul has no choice in the matter.

What is the term used to describe the actions that a person performs in this life that will determine their fate in the next life?

  1. Karma

  2. Dharma

  3. Moksha

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma is the term used to describe the actions that a person performs in this life that will determine their fate in the next life. Good karma leads to a better rebirth, while bad karma leads to a worse rebirth.

Which of the following is NOT a type of karma?

  1. Sanchita karma

  2. Prarabdha karma

  3. Kriyamana karma

  4. Agami karma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sanchita karma, prarabdha karma, and kriyamana karma are all types of karma. Agami karma, however, is not a type of karma, as it refers to the karma that a person will accumulate in the future.

What is the term used to describe the duties and responsibilities that a person has in this life?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dharma is the term used to describe the duties and responsibilities that a person has in this life. It is believed that fulfilling one's dharma leads to good karma and a better rebirth.

Which of the following is NOT a type of dharma?

  1. Varna dharma

  2. Ashrama dharma

  3. Svadharma

  4. Raja dharma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Varna dharma, ashrama dharma, and svadharma are all types of dharma. Raja dharma, however, is not a type of dharma, as it refers to the duties and responsibilities of a king.

What is the term used to describe the latent tendencies or impressions that a person carries from one life to the next?

  1. Vasanas

  2. Karma

  3. Dharma

  4. Moksha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vasanas are the term used to describe the latent tendencies or impressions that a person carries from one life to the next. These vasanas can be positive or negative, and they can influence a person's thoughts, feelings, and actions in this life.

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce the influence of vasanas?

  1. Meditation

  2. Yoga

  3. Self-inquiry

  4. Indulging in sense pleasures


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meditation, yoga, and self-inquiry are all ways to reduce the influence of vasanas. Indulging in sense pleasures, however, will only strengthen the vasanas.

What is the term used to describe the state of liberation from the cycle of rebirth?

  1. Moksha

  2. Karma

  3. Dharma

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the term used to describe the state of liberation from the cycle of rebirth. It is the ultimate goal of the soul in Indian philosophy.

Which of the following is NOT a way to achieve moksha?

  1. Meditation

  2. Yoga

  3. Self-realization

  4. Performing rituals


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meditation, yoga, and self-realization are all ways to achieve moksha. Performing rituals, however, is not a way to achieve moksha, as it is only a temporary means of gaining merit.

What is the term used to describe the belief that all living beings are interconnected and interdependent?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Dvaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Bhedabheda Vedanta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta is the term used to describe the belief that all living beings are interconnected and interdependent. It is one of the main schools of Vedanta philosophy.

Which of the following is NOT a tenet of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. The soul is identical to Brahman.

  2. The world is an illusion.

  3. Karma and reincarnation are real.

  4. Moksha is the ultimate goal of the soul.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The soul is identical to Brahman, the world is an illusion, moksha is the ultimate goal of the soul, are all tenets of Advaita Vedanta. Karma and reincarnation, however, are not tenets of Advaita Vedanta, as they are considered to be part of the illusion of the world.

What is the term used to describe the belief that the soul is distinct from Brahman?

  1. Dvaita Vedanta

  2. Advaita Vedanta

  3. Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

  4. Bhedabheda Vedanta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dvaita Vedanta is the term used to describe the belief that the soul is distinct from Brahman. It is one of the main schools of Vedanta philosophy.

Which of the following is NOT a tenet of Dvaita Vedanta?

  1. The soul is distinct from Brahman.

  2. The world is real.

  3. Karma and reincarnation are real.

  4. Moksha is the ultimate goal of the soul.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The soul is distinct from Brahman, karma and reincarnation are real, moksha is the ultimate goal of the soul, are all tenets of Dvaita Vedanta. The world is an illusion, however, is not a tenet of Dvaita Vedanta, as it is considered to be real.

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