Duties towards Family and Society Quiz

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What is emphasized as the duty of the householder towards his family members and other relatives?

To prioritize personal aspirations over helping family members

To assist poor family members and relatives in need (correct)

To neglect friends and solely focus on serving family members

To avoid helping poor family members and focus on wealth acquisition

What is indicated as a sign of being 'only a brute' according to the text?

Having excessive attachment to material possessions (correct)

Showing kindness only to friends and neglecting enemies

Being too focused on personal appearance and grooming

Choosing non-resistance over heroism towards enemies

What behavior towards enemies does the text consider as fulfilling the duty of a householder?

Resisting enemies and being a hero (correct)

Showing kindness and forgiveness

Treating enemies with indifference

Avoiding confrontation and sitting silently

Why does the text advise against paying reverence to the wicked?

To prevent patronizing wickedness in society Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is expected of a householder in terms of actions towards friends and relatives?

Being gentle and kind-hearted Signup and view all the answers

What consequence does the text imply for a householder who fails to be a hero to enemies?

Not fulfilling one's duties as a householder Signup and view all the answers

What is one thing a householder must not do according to the text?

Talk about his own fame Signup and view all the answers

Why should a householder refrain from bragging about his wealth?

To maintain his religious duty Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what role does a householder play in society?

He is the prop of society on which others depend Signup and view all the answers

What outcome may result if a man disregards the advice given in the text?

He may be held as acting immorally Signup and view all the answers

Why should a householder keep his weaknesses or mistakes private according to the text?

To stay focused on performing his legitimate duties Signup and view all the answers

What negative consequence does the text highlight if a householder engages in self-exposure?

It makes him unfit for his responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea conveyed in the passage?

The life of a householder is challenging, requiring a balance between personal aspirations and societal responsibilities. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the difficulty associated with being a householder?

Finding time for religious worship amidst societal duties and responsibilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the importance of wealth acquisition for a householder?

Wealth acquisition is secondary to fulfilling one's duties and obligations. Signup and view all the answers

What role does societal responsibility play in the life of a householder according to the passage?

Societal responsibility should be the primary focus above personal aspirations. Signup and view all the answers

What are the duties of a householder as mentioned in the passage?

To give up the fruits of actions to God and strive for knowledge of God. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it considered difficult to be a householder according to the text?

Balancing material desires with spiritual aspirations is a challenging task for a householder. Signup and view all the answers