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Indian Philosophy of Class: The Concept of Dharma

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What is the central concept in Indian philosophy of class?

  1. Karma

  2. Dharma

  3. Moksha

  4. Samsara


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dharma is the central concept in Indian philosophy of class. It refers to the moral and ethical duties and responsibilities of an individual in society.

What are the four main varnas in the Indian caste system?

  1. Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Shudras

  2. Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Dalits

  3. Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Untouchables

  4. Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Harijans


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four main varnas in the Indian caste system are Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.

What is the primary duty of a Brahmin?

  1. To study and teach the Vedas

  2. To protect the people

  3. To engage in trade and commerce

  4. To serve the other varnas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary duty of a Brahmin is to study and teach the Vedas, the sacred texts of Hinduism.

What is the primary duty of a Kshatriya?

  1. To study and teach the Vedas

  2. To protect the people

  3. To engage in trade and commerce

  4. To serve the other varnas


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary duty of a Kshatriya is to protect the people from harm.

What is the primary duty of a Vaishya?

  1. To study and teach the Vedas

  2. To protect the people

  3. To engage in trade and commerce

  4. To serve the other varnas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The primary duty of a Vaishya is to engage in trade and commerce.

What is the primary duty of a Shudra?

  1. To study and teach the Vedas

  2. To protect the people

  3. To engage in trade and commerce

  4. To serve the other varnas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary duty of a Shudra is to serve the other varnas.

What is the goal of human life according to Indian philosophy?

  1. To achieve moksha

  2. To accumulate wealth

  3. To gain power

  4. To enjoy sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of human life according to Indian philosophy is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What are the three main paths to moksha?

  1. Karma yoga, bhakti yoga, and jnana yoga

  2. Karma yoga, bhakti yoga, and raja yoga

  3. Karma yoga, bhakti yoga, and hatha yoga

  4. Karma yoga, bhakti yoga, and tantra yoga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three main paths to moksha are karma yoga, bhakti yoga, and jnana yoga.

What is karma yoga?

  1. The path of selfless action

  2. The path of devotion to God

  3. The path of knowledge

  4. The path of meditation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma yoga is the path of selfless action, where one performs actions without any desire for personal gain.

What is bhakti yoga?

  1. The path of selfless action

  2. The path of devotion to God

  3. The path of knowledge

  4. The path of meditation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhakti yoga is the path of devotion to God, where one seeks to connect with the divine through love and devotion.

What is jnana yoga?

  1. The path of selfless action

  2. The path of devotion to God

  3. The path of knowledge

  4. The path of meditation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jnana yoga is the path of knowledge, where one seeks to understand the true nature of reality through study and contemplation.

What is the ultimate goal of karma yoga?

  1. To achieve moksha

  2. To accumulate wealth

  3. To gain power

  4. To enjoy sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of karma yoga is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What is the ultimate goal of bhakti yoga?

  1. To achieve moksha

  2. To accumulate wealth

  3. To gain power

  4. To enjoy sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of bhakti yoga is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What is the ultimate goal of jnana yoga?

  1. To achieve moksha

  2. To accumulate wealth

  3. To gain power

  4. To enjoy sensual pleasures


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of jnana yoga is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

Which of the following is NOT a virtue associated with dharma?

  1. Truthfulness

  2. Non-violence

  3. Stealing

  4. Compassion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Stealing is not a virtue associated with dharma. Dharma is a code of conduct that emphasizes ethical and moral behavior, including truthfulness, non-violence, and compassion.

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