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What is the primary aim of Buddhism as described by the Four Noble Truths?
What is the primary aim of Buddhism as described by the Four Noble Truths?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths?
Which path is emphasized in Buddhism as a means to achieve the cessation of sorrow?
Which path is emphasized in Buddhism as a means to achieve the cessation of sorrow?
What is the significance of the concept Triratna in Buddhism?
What is the significance of the concept Triratna in Buddhism?
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What is Pratityasamutapada also known as in Buddhist doctrine?
What is Pratityasamutapada also known as in Buddhist doctrine?
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Which subsect of Mahayana Buddhism is associated with the founder Nagarjuna?
Which subsect of Mahayana Buddhism is associated with the founder Nagarjuna?
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What is the key belief of the followers of Vajrayana Buddhism regarding salvation?
What is the key belief of the followers of Vajrayana Buddhism regarding salvation?
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Which Bodhisattva is known as the lord who looks down and is also referred to as Padmapani?
Which Bodhisattva is known as the lord who looks down and is also referred to as Padmapani?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four principal events of Buddha's life represented by sacred shrines?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four principal events of Buddha's life represented by sacred shrines?
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Which of the following locations is NOT considered one of the eight holy places (Ashtasthanas) of Buddhism?
Which of the following locations is NOT considered one of the eight holy places (Ashtasthanas) of Buddhism?
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Who was the chairman of the 2nd Buddhist Council?
Who was the chairman of the 2nd Buddhist Council?
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What significant result came from the 3rd Buddhist Council?
What significant result came from the 3rd Buddhist Council?
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During which Buddhist Council was the Vinaya Pitaka compiled?
During which Buddhist Council was the Vinaya Pitaka compiled?
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Which patron supported the 4th Buddhist Council?
Which patron supported the 4th Buddhist Council?
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Which of the following councils led to a significant schism in Buddhism?
Which of the following councils led to a significant schism in Buddhism?
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In which year was the 1st Buddhist Council held?
In which year was the 1st Buddhist Council held?
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What main text was compiled during the 4th Buddhist Council?
What main text was compiled during the 4th Buddhist Council?
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What was a primary feature of the Hinayana sect in Buddhism?
What was a primary feature of the Hinayana sect in Buddhism?
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Study Notes
Religious Movements (1000 BCE - 400 BCE)
- Various religious movements like Buddhism and Jainism emerged during the Post-Vedic Period, also known as the Second Urbanisation period (6th century BCE to 4th century BCE).
Causes of Religious Movements
- Vedic philosophy lost its purity.
- Vedic religion became complex, riddled with superstitions, dogmas, and rituals.
- Brahminical supremacy caused unrest; Kshatriyas challenged Brahmanical dominance.
- Introduction of new agricultural economies in Eastern India.
- Vaishyas' desire for improved social standing due to increased trade.
Jainism
- Jain tradition recognized 24 Tirthankaras (ford makers across the stream of existence).
- First Tirthankara was Rishabhadeva/Adinatha; last was Mahavira.
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Explore the emergence of significant religious movements like Buddhism and Jainism during the Post-Vedic Period. This quiz covers the causes of these movements, including social unrest and changes in economic structures. Test your knowledge on the key figures and philosophies that shaped these religions.
