Jainism Teachings and Principles Quiz

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What is emphasized in Jainism as counteraction to anger, pride, deception, and greed?

Forgiveness and humility (correct)

Isolation and aggression

Wealth and power

Sarcasm and manipulation

At what age did Gautam Buddha find enlightenment while meditating under a Pipal tree?

42 (correct)

30

50

47

What did Gautam Buddha preach as the path to attaining Nirvana?

Doctrine of love and mercy (correct)

Deception and manipulation

Materialism and greed

Revenge and hatred

According to Buddhism, what determines the status of man in society?

Birth or caste Signup and view all the answers

In Sikhism, who imparted the message to disciple Nanak, making him the Guru himself?

God Signup and view all the answers

What did Jain monks have to practice to keep themselves steady on the path of liberation?

Austerity internal and external Signup and view all the answers

What is the main contribution of Aryans towards Indian culture according to Dr Jadunath Sarkar?

Developing a feeling of sympathy and adjustment among people Signup and view all the answers

How did Dravidians influence the Indian religious beliefs?

By introducing the idea of 330 million Gods and Goddesses in Hindu religion Signup and view all the answers

Which religious group is credited with giving Indians the festivals of Holi and Basant?

Dravidians Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the significant outcomes of Aryans' influence on Indian culture?

Development of a principle of adjustment among different castes through the 'Varna' system Signup and view all the answers

How did Dravidians influence worship practices in India?

By introducing the concept of 330 million Gods and Goddesses Signup and view all the answers

During the period from 200 BC to AD 300, what significant advancement took place in India's economic life?

Increased international trade through land and sea routes Signup and view all the answers

Which dynasties of non-Indian origin ruled large parts of North Western, Northern, and Western India during this period?

Indo-Greeks, Sheiks, and Parthians Signup and view all the answers

Which sect of Buddhism saw growth during this period and was patronized by the Kushana ruler Kanishka?

Mahayana Buddhism Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant development associated with the growth of the Mahayana sect of Buddhism?

Development of great Buddhist art forms Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of cultural life saw significant developments during the period from 200 BC to AD 300?

Progress in science and technology Signup and view all the answers

What was peculiar about Ashoka's approach to state policy?

He emphasized victory through righteousness instead of war Signup and view all the answers

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