The Concept of Dharma in Indian Philosophy

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What is the primary meaning of the term 'Dharma' in Indian Philosophy?

  1. Religious duty

  2. Moral obligation

  3. Cosmic order

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The term 'Dharma' encompasses a wide range of meanings in Indian Philosophy, including religious duty, moral obligation, and the cosmic order that governs the universe.

According to the Bhagavad Gita, what is the ultimate goal of human life?

  1. To achieve moksha (liberation)

  2. To fulfill one's dharma

  3. To amass wealth and power

  4. To indulge in sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita teaches that the ultimate goal of human life is to achieve moksha, which is a state of liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Which of the following is NOT a type of dharma mentioned in the Manusmriti?

  1. Varna dharma (duties based on social class)

  2. Ashrama dharma (duties based on life stage)

  3. Raja dharma (duties of a king)

  4. Stri dharma (duties of a woman)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Manusmriti does not explicitly mention stri dharma as a separate category of dharma.

What is the central principle of ahimsa (non-violence) in Jainism?

  1. To avoid causing harm to all living beings

  2. To practice compassion and forgiveness

  3. To promote peace and harmony

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ahimsa is a fundamental principle in Jainism that encompasses avoiding harm to all living beings, practicing compassion and forgiveness, and promoting peace and harmony.

According to Buddhism, what is the root cause of suffering?

  1. Attachment to worldly desires

  2. Ignorance of the true nature of reality

  3. Karma (the law of cause and effect)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Buddhism teaches that suffering arises from attachment to worldly desires, ignorance of the true nature of reality, and the law of karma.

What is the concept of 'svadharma' in Hinduism?

  1. One's own unique path of duty

  2. The duties prescribed by one's social class

  3. The duties prescribed by one's religious tradition

  4. The duties prescribed by one's conscience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Svadharma refers to one's own unique path of duty, which is determined by one's individual circumstances, talents, and inclinations.

Which of the following is NOT a virtue emphasized in Confucianism?

  1. Filial piety (respect for parents and elders)

  2. Loyalty to the ruler

  3. Benevolence (goodwill and kindness)

  4. Individualism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Confucianism emphasizes the importance of social harmony and order, and does not place a high value on individualism.

What is the central concept of 'wu wei' in Taoism?

  1. Non-action

  2. Going with the flow

  3. Letting go of desires

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wu wei encompasses the ideas of non-action, going with the flow, and letting go of desires, which are all central to Taoist philosophy.

According to Sikhism, what is the ultimate goal of human life?

  1. To achieve union with God

  2. To live a life of truth and righteousness

  3. To serve humanity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sikhism teaches that the ultimate goal of human life is to achieve union with God, live a life of truth and righteousness, and serve humanity.

What is the concept of 'karma' in Indian Philosophy?

  1. The law of cause and effect

  2. The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

  3. The accumulation of good and bad deeds

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma encompasses the law of cause and effect, the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, and the accumulation of good and bad deeds.

Which of the following is NOT a type of yoga mentioned in the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Karma yoga (yoga of action)

  2. Bhakti yoga (yoga of devotion)

  3. Jnana yoga (yoga of knowledge)

  4. Raja yoga (yoga of meditation)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita does not explicitly mention raja yoga as a separate type of yoga.

What is the central principle of 'ahimsa' (non-violence) in Buddhism?

  1. To avoid causing harm to all living beings

  2. To practice compassion and forgiveness

  3. To promote peace and harmony

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ahimsa is a fundamental principle in Buddhism that encompasses avoiding harm to all living beings, practicing compassion and forgiveness, and promoting peace and harmony.

According to Jainism, what is the ultimate goal of human life?

  1. To achieve moksha (liberation)

  2. To fulfill one's dharma

  3. To amass wealth and power

  4. To indulge in sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jainism teaches that the ultimate goal of human life is to achieve moksha, which is a state of liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Which of the following is NOT a type of dharma mentioned in the Vedas?

  1. Varna dharma (duties based on social class)

  2. Ashrama dharma (duties based on life stage)

  3. Raja dharma (duties of a king)

  4. Stri dharma (duties of a woman)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vedas do not explicitly mention stri dharma as a separate category of dharma.

What is the concept of 'dharma' in Sikhism?

  1. Religious duty

  2. Moral obligation

  3. Cosmic order

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The term 'dharma' in Sikhism encompasses religious duty, moral obligation, and the cosmic order that governs the universe.

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