Religions of India

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the various religions practiced in India.
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Which religion is the most widely practiced in India?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism is the most widely practiced religion in India, with over 80% of the population identifying as Hindu.

What is the second largest religion in India?

  1. Islam

  2. Christianity

  3. Sikhism

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Islam is the second largest religion in India, with over 14% of the population identifying as Muslim.

Which religion is the third largest in India?

  1. Christianity

  2. Sikhism

  3. Buddhism

  4. Jainism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Christianity is the third largest religion in India, with over 2% of the population identifying as Christian.

What is the fourth largest religion in India?

  1. Sikhism

  2. Buddhism

  3. Jainism

  4. Zoroastrianism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikhism is the fourth largest religion in India, with over 1.7% of the population identifying as Sikh.

Which religion is the fifth largest in India?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Jainism

  3. Zoroastrianism

  4. Judaism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Buddhism is the fifth largest religion in India, with over 0.7% of the population identifying as Buddhist.

Which religion is known for its belief in non-violence and ahimsa?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Jainism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jainism is known for its belief in non-violence and ahimsa, which means 'non-injury' or 'non-killing'.

Which religion is known for its belief in reincarnation and karma?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism is known for its belief in reincarnation and karma, which means that the actions of an individual in this life will determine their fate in the next life.

Which religion is known for its belief in one God and the teachings of Jesus Christ?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Christianity is known for its belief in one God and the teachings of Jesus Christ, who is considered to be the Son of God.

Which religion is known for its belief in the Five Pillars of Islam?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Islam is known for its belief in the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the declaration of faith, prayer, fasting, charity, and pilgrimage to Mecca.

Which religion is known for its belief in the teachings of Guru Nanak?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sikhism is known for its belief in the teachings of Guru Nanak, who is considered to be the founder of the religion.

Which religion is known for its belief in the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism is known for its belief in the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, which are considered to be the path to enlightenment.

Which religion is known for its belief in the Three Jewels?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism is known for its belief in the Three Jewels, which are the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).

Which religion is known for its belief in the concept of moksha?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism is known for its belief in the concept of moksha, which is the liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Which religion is known for its belief in the concept of nirvana?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism is known for its belief in the concept of nirvana, which is the state of perfect peace and happiness that is achieved through the elimination of desire and suffering.

Which religion is known for its belief in the concept of samsara?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Christianity

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism is known for its belief in the concept of samsara, which is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

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