Indian Philosophy and Ethics

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of Indian philosophy and ethics. It covers various aspects of Indian thought, including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and religion.
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Which of the following is a central concept in Indian philosophy?

  1. Atman

  2. Brahman

  3. Dharma

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Atman is the Sanskrit word for 'self' or 'soul'. It is a central concept in Indian philosophy, and is often contrasted with Brahman, the universal spirit.

What is the goal of life according to the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the Sanskrit word for 'liberation'. It is the goal of life according to the Bhagavad Gita, and is achieved through the practice of yoga and meditation.

Which of the following is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy?

  1. Anatta

  2. Dukkha

  3. Nirvana

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anatta is the Sanskrit word for 'no-self'. It is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy, and refers to the idea that there is no permanent or unchanging self.

What is the central ethical principle of Jainism?

  1. Ahimsa

  2. Satya

  3. Asteya

  4. Aparigraha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the Sanskrit word for 'non-violence'. It is the central ethical principle of Jainism, and is practiced by Jains through a variety of means, including vegetarianism and pacifism.

Which of the following is a key concept in Sikhism?

  1. Naam

  2. Guru

  3. Dharma

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naam is the Punjabi word for 'name'. It is a key concept in Sikhism, and refers to the divine name of God. Sikhs believe that by repeating the Naam, they can connect with God and achieve spiritual liberation.

What is the central ethical principle of Hinduism?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dharma is the Sanskrit word for 'righteousness' or 'duty'. It is the central ethical principle of Hinduism, and refers to the duties and obligations that individuals have to themselves, to others, and to the world around them.

Which of the following is a key concept in Indian philosophy?

  1. Maya

  2. Lila

  3. Samsara

  4. Karma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya is the Sanskrit word for 'illusion'. It is a key concept in Indian philosophy, and refers to the idea that the world we perceive is not real, but is instead an illusion created by our own minds.

What is the goal of life according to the Upanishads?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the Sanskrit word for 'liberation'. It is the goal of life according to the Upanishads, and is achieved through the practice of yoga and meditation.

Which of the following is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy?

  1. Anatta

  2. Dukkha

  3. Nirvana

  4. Karma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dukkha is the Sanskrit word for 'suffering'. It is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy, and refers to the idea that all life is suffering.

What is the central ethical principle of Jainism?

  1. Ahimsa

  2. Satya

  3. Asteya

  4. Aparigraha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the Sanskrit word for 'non-violence'. It is the central ethical principle of Jainism, and is practiced by Jains through a variety of means, including vegetarianism and pacifism.

Which of the following is a key concept in Sikhism?

  1. Naam

  2. Guru

  3. Dharma

  4. Karma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Guru is the Punjabi word for 'teacher'. It is a key concept in Sikhism, and refers to the spiritual teacher who guides Sikhs on their path to enlightenment.

What is the central ethical principle of Hinduism?

  1. Dharma

  2. Karma

  3. Moksha

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dharma is the Sanskrit word for 'righteousness' or 'duty'. It is the central ethical principle of Hinduism, and refers to the duties and obligations that individuals have to themselves, to others, and to the world around them.

Which of the following is a key concept in Indian philosophy?

  1. Maya

  2. Lila

  3. Samsara

  4. Karma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Lila is the Sanskrit word for 'play'. It is a key concept in Indian philosophy, and refers to the idea that the world is a divine play or dance.

What is the goal of life according to the Upanishads?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the Sanskrit word for 'liberation'. It is the goal of life according to the Upanishads, and is achieved through the practice of yoga and meditation.

Which of the following is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy?

  1. Anatta

  2. Dukkha

  3. Nirvana

  4. Karma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nirvana is the Sanskrit word for 'extinction'. It is a key concept in Buddhist philosophy, and refers to the state of liberation from suffering.

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