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What are the names of the three major deities in Hinduism, who represent the cycle of existence?
What are the names of the three major deities in Hinduism, who represent the cycle of existence?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four major goals in Hinduism?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four major goals in Hinduism?
What is the principle of 'ahimsa' in Jainism?
What is the principle of 'ahimsa' in Jainism?
Jainism emphasizes the importance of achieving omniscience, which refers to the state of having complete knowledge.
Jainism emphasizes the importance of achieving omniscience, which refers to the state of having complete knowledge.
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What are the four main paths to God in Hinduism, also known as 'Yogas'?
What are the four main paths to God in Hinduism, also known as 'Yogas'?
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Which of the following is NOT a key element of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?
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What is the term for the 'enlightened being' in Buddhism who has achieved liberation but chooses to remain in the cycle of rebirth to help others?
What is the term for the 'enlightened being' in Buddhism who has achieved liberation but chooses to remain in the cycle of rebirth to help others?
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The concept of 'Shunyata' in Buddhism refers to the existence of a permanent, unchanging self.
The concept of 'Shunyata' in Buddhism refers to the existence of a permanent, unchanging self.
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The practice of 'karma' in Buddhism involves the belief that actions in this life directly influence one's future rebirth and fate.
The practice of 'karma' in Buddhism involves the belief that actions in this life directly influence one's future rebirth and fate.
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The Theravada school of Buddhism emphasizes monastic living and a strict interpretation of the Buddha's teachings.
The Theravada school of Buddhism emphasizes monastic living and a strict interpretation of the Buddha's teachings.
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The Mahayana school of Buddhism recognizes the possibility of laypeople attaining liberation, unlike the Theravada school.
The Mahayana school of Buddhism recognizes the possibility of laypeople attaining liberation, unlike the Theravada school.
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What is the term for the state of liberation and complete freedom from suffering in Buddhist thought?
What is the term for the state of liberation and complete freedom from suffering in Buddhist thought?
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What is the primary difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?
What is the primary difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of the 'Indianized' kingdoms of Southeast Asia?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the 'Indianized' kingdoms of Southeast Asia?
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The Khmer Kingdom of Angkor was a particularly important center of Indian cultural influence in Southeast Asia.
The Khmer Kingdom of Angkor was a particularly important center of Indian cultural influence in Southeast Asia.
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What is the name of the ancient kingdom in Java that was the center of most imperial projects in Southeast Asia?
What is the name of the ancient kingdom in Java that was the center of most imperial projects in Southeast Asia?
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What is the term used to describe the blending of religious beliefs and practices in Southeast Asia, as seen in the acceptance of both Hindu and Buddhist traditions in many kingdoms?
What is the term used to describe the blending of religious beliefs and practices in Southeast Asia, as seen in the acceptance of both Hindu and Buddhist traditions in many kingdoms?
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The emergence of nationalism and anti-colonial movements in Southeast Asia was primarily influenced by Western ideals.
The emergence of nationalism and anti-colonial movements in Southeast Asia was primarily influenced by Western ideals.
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Animism, with its belief in spirits and the supernatural, is a pervasive feature of traditional Southeast Asian culture, often existing alongside other major religions.
Animism, with its belief in spirits and the supernatural, is a pervasive feature of traditional Southeast Asian culture, often existing alongside other major religions.
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What is the name of the ancient kingdom that emerged as a major power in Southeast Asia after the decline of the Khmer and Pagan Kingdoms?
What is the name of the ancient kingdom that emerged as a major power in Southeast Asia after the decline of the Khmer and Pagan Kingdoms?
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The practice of spirit possession rituals in Southeast Asia has been extensively studied and documented by scholars of religion and anthropology.
The practice of spirit possession rituals in Southeast Asia has been extensively studied and documented by scholars of religion and anthropology.
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Flashcards
Vedic Period
Vedic Period
A period in Indian history (1500-600 BCE) characterized by the Vedas, early Hindu scriptures.
Vedas
Vedas
Ancient Indian sacred texts, collected hymns, and commentaries, foundational for Hindu worldview.
Brahmanism
Brahmanism
Early Hindu tradition emphasizing a priestly class (Brahmans) and sacrifice.
Caste System
Caste System
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Reform Movements (600-200 BCE)
Reform Movements (600-200 BCE)
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Classical Indian Culture (200 BCE - 1200 CE)
Classical Indian Culture (200 BCE - 1200 CE)
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Islamic Conquests (1200-1800)
Islamic Conquests (1200-1800)
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Colonial Wars (1500-1850)
Colonial Wars (1500-1850)
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Modern India Thought (1850-1947)
Modern India Thought (1850-1947)
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Hinduism
Hinduism
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Upanishads
Upanishads
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Hindu Worldview
Hindu Worldview
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