Hindu Deities and Trimurti in Hinduism

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What is the Hindu concept that refers to the religious and moral laws governing people's actions and lives?

  • Dharma (correct)
  • Brahman
  • Devas
  • Trimurti

Which Hindu god is credited with the power to sustain or preserve the universe?

  • Parvati
  • Brahma
  • Vishnu (correct)
  • Shiva

Who is the goddess of knowledge and consort of Brahma?

  • Sarasvati (correct)
  • Durga
  • Parvati
  • Lakshmi

Which god in Hinduism is known as the god of destruction?

<p>Shiva (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to refer to the numerous gods and goddesses in Hinduism?

<p>Devas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of Brahman represent in Hinduism?

<p>Oneness in all entities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary duty of a Hindu according to the text?

<p>Devote life to achieving union with Brahman (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stage of a Hindu's life involves raising a family, supporting it, and practicing contemplation?

<p>Second stage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for teaching a Hindu about the sacred texts and correct meditation practices?

<p>Brahmin (Hindu priest) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of a Hindu's life in terms of liberation?

<p>Achieving union with Brahman (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered to have the most knowledge of the Vedas and is the social spiritual elite class?

<p>Brahmins (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the second stage in a Hindu's life according to the text?

<p>Formal education in Hindu faith (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Avatar' in Hinduism?

<p>An incarnation of a Hindu deity on earth in various forms, including animals and human beings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'Moksha' represent in Hinduism?

<p>The ultimate liberation of the soul, marking the end of the cycle of birth and rebirth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Dharma' in Hinduism usually associated with?

<p>A code of conduct and morality to be followed by Hindus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which classification system does the sacred text of Hinduism belong to?

<p>Shruti and Smriti (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Hindu scripture is considered the oldest and most important?

<p>Vedas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Karma' in Hinduism is primarily associated with which concept?

<p>Law of cause and effect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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