The Sanskrit Language and Hinduism Quiz

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Which branch of the Indo-European languages does Sanskrit belong to?

  • Romance
  • Germanic
  • Slavic
  • Indo-Aryan (correct)

When did Sanskrit arise in South Asia?

  • During the late Bronze Age (correct)
  • During the Iron Age
  • During the Paleolithic Age
  • During the Neolithic Age

What is the significance of Sanskrit in Hinduism?

  • It is the language of classical Hindu philosophy
  • It is the language of Hindu scriptures
  • It is the language of Hindu religious texts (correct)
  • It is the language of Hindu rituals

In which regions did Sanskrit become a language of religion and high culture?

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Which language variety is the most archaic among the Old Indo-Aryan language varieties?

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Sanskrit is a classical language belonging to which branch of the Indo-European languages?

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Which religious traditions have historical texts written in Sanskrit?

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What role did Sanskrit play in ancient and medieval South Asia?

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Which regions were influenced by Sanskrit in terms of language and culture?

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Which language variety is considered the most archaic among the Old Indo-Aryan language varieties?

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Sanskrit's Language Branch

Branch of Indo-European languages including Sanskrit.

Sanskrit's Age

Sanskrit emerged during this era.

Sanskrit in Hinduism

Language of Hindu scriptures.

Sanskrit's Reach

Regions where Sanskrit was used for religion and culture.

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Most Archaic Sanskrit

Most ancient form of Old Indo-Aryan.

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Sanskrit's Family

Sanskrit belongs to this language family.

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Sanskrit Religions

Religions with texts written in Sanskrit.

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Sanskrit's Role

Role of Sanskrit in ancient South Asia.

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Sanskrit's Influence

Regions influenced by Sanskrit.

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Archaic Sanskrit

Most archaic variety of Old Indo-Aryan languages.

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