12 Questions
What did the crown prince realize when he saw an old man during his trip to the outside world?
The weakness of the human body due to age
What was the advice of the palmist and fortune tellers to keep the crown prince engaged?
To keep him occupied with the joys of the material world
What did the king try to use as a cure for the prince's depression?
Marriage to a beautiful princess
Where did the prince go to start a new life?
The jungle
What did the prince want to learn through his meditation?
How to attain purity of soul
What was the prince's ultimate goal through his meditation?
To understand the true nature of the universe
Where did Queen Mahamaya live with her husband King Shawadith?
In a state of Nepal, Kapal Vastu
What was the main reason for the frustration among the people of the subcontinent 600 years BC?
The caste system and complicated traditions of Hindu society
What did the fortune tellers predict about the baby boy?
He would reach the peak of spiritualism
Where was the baby boy born?
Under a tree
What did the queen dreamt of during her pregnancy?
A white elephant descending from the sky with a lotus flower in its trunk
What was the name given to the baby boy?
Sadharta
This quiz explores the origins of Buddhism, its influence on art, and the social and religious context in which it emerged. Learn about the caste system, Hindu traditions, and how Buddhism provided a simpler, more egalitarian alternative. Test your knowledge of this pivotal period in Indian history!
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