30 Questions
What is the central religious scripture of Sikhism?
Guru Granth Sahib
Who founded Sikhism in the 15th century?
Guru Nanak Dev
Which religion emphasizes non-violence, truth, and asceticism?
Jainism
In what century did Buddhism originate in India?
5th century BC
Which country is known for having followers of Zoroastrianism known as Parsis?
India
What is the main emphasis of Sikhism?
Community service and equality
During which literary period in Indian literature were the Vedas composed?
Vedic Period
Which religious text is considered one of the key texts in Hinduism and was written during the Vedic Period?
Upanishads
Which great Indian epics were created during the Classical Period?
Mahabharata and Ramayana
Who was a prominent poet during the Classical Period of Indian literature?
Kalidasa
Which era saw the rise of regional languages like Bengali, Marathi, Telugu, and Kannada in Indian literature?
Medieval Period
During which period did Indian literature experience a blending of Indian and Persian influences?
Early Modern Period
Which literary figure is associated with the Colonial Period in Indian literature?
Rabindranath Tagore
When did Islam start to significantly spread in India?
During the Mughal Empire
Who is credited with bringing Christianity to India according to tradition?
St. Thomas
Which religion is the second-largest in India?
Islam
Which time period is associated with the emergence of modern Indian languages and Western literary influence?
Colonial Period
Who is known for his/her works in Urdu literature during the mentioned periods?
Amir Khusrow
What sets the Atharva Veda apart from the first three Vedas?
Inclusion of spells and charms
Which aspect of Indian society is deeply rooted according to the text?
Religious tolerance
What do the Vedas provide insights into, besides religion?
Science, politics, economics, and art
Which statement about the Vedas is true according to the text?
They form the foundation of Hindu religious and philosophical thought
What aspect of religious and philosophical works does the genre analysis focus on?
Role texts play in various contexts
How have the Vedas influenced India's culture over time?
Significantly influenced art, philosophy, and social structure
What is the primary focus of the Rig Veda?
Dedicating hymns to deities like fire and wind
Which Veda is designed for liturgical purposes and emphasizes the melodic and rhythmic aspects of sacred texts?
Sama Veda
What is the Mahabharata mainly about?
A great conflict between two branches of the Kuru dynasty
Where does the Bhagavad Gita appear?
As a part of the Mahabharata
Which Veda is a compilation of ritual offering formulas?
Yajur Veda
What distinguishes the Sama Veda from the Rig Veda?
Their emphasis on musical chanting
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