Hinduism: Explore the Ancient Religion of India

Question 1

In Hinduism, which concept describes the continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?

Accepted Answer

Samsara

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Karma

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The Trinity

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The Five Pillars

Question 2

Which text is NOT a sacred text in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Vedas

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The Upanishads

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 3

Which belief is NOT a fundamental principle of Hinduism?

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Monotheism: the belief in one supreme God

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Reincarnation: the soul's rebirth into a new life

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Karma: actions have consequences that shape future experiences

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Moksha: liberation from the cycle of rebirth and union with the divine

Question 4

Which of these concepts is NOT a core belief in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

The Trinity

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Reincarnation

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Karma

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** considered a sacred text of Hinduism?

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The Bible

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The Vedas

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The Upanishads

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 6

According to Hinduism, what is the ultimate objective or goal of life?

Accepted Answer

Moksha

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Nirvana

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Heaven

Question 7

What is the primary function of the caste system in Hindu society?

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To divide society into different social classes based on birth.

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To promote meritocracy based on one's actions.

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To ensure equality among all individuals.

Question 8

Which of the following best characterizes Hindu rituals?

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Symbolic, often involving offerings.

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Designed to appease angry gods.

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Focus primarily on personal prayer and meditation.

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Limited to major festivals and events.

Question 9

Which of the following is a major Hindu festival celebrated annually?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Christmas

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Eid-ul-Fitr

Question 10

What is the ethical principle in Hinduism that emphasizes non-violence?

Accepted Answer

Ahimsa

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Daya

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Satya

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Brahmacharya

Question 11

Who was a prominent figure in the development and dissemination of Hinduism in the modern world?

Accepted Answer

Swami Vivekananda

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The Dalai Lama

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Mahatma Gandhi

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Mother Teresa

Question 12

According to Hindu beliefs, how are reincarnation and karma interconnected?

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Reincarnation is a cycle of rebirth influenced by the actions and consequences of one's past lives.

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Reincarnation provides a way to escape the consequences of karma.

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Karma has no impact on reincarnation.

Question 13

Which of the following is regarded as the oldest among the revered Hindu scriptures?

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Rig Veda

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Upanishads

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Bhagavad Gita

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Ramayana

Question 14

In Hinduism, who is considered the supreme being, often depicted as the creator, preserver, and destroyer?

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Brahman

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Krishna

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Vishnu

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Shiva

Question 15

Which belief is central to the philosophy of Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

Reincarnation

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Baptism

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Original sin

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Monotheism

Question 16

What is the name of the Hindu festival of lights, celebrated to commemorate the triumph of good over evil?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Holi

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Navratri

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Ganesha Chaturthi

Question 17

Which river holds immense religious significance in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

Ganges

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Amazon

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Nile

Question 18

What is the term for the social system in Hinduism that categorizes individuals into different social classes?

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Caste

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Class

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Gender

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Race

Question 19

Which of the following is a prominent style of yoga practiced in Hinduism?

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Ashtanga

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Pilates

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Tai chi

Question 20

Which of the following is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus?

Accepted Answer

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

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Eiffel Tower

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Taj Mahal

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Great Wall of China

Question 21

In Hinduism, what is considered the ultimate goal of life?

Accepted Answer

Moksha

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Dharma

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Karma

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Samsara

Question 22

Which Hindu festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Holi

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Raksha Bandhan

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Navratri

Question 23

Which of these cities is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus?

Accepted Answer

Varanasi

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Agra

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Amritsar

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Mumbai

Question 24

Which of the following represents two major branches within Hinduism?

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Shaivism and Vaishnavism

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Confucianism and Taoism

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Sikhism and Jainism

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Hinduism and Buddhism

Question 25

What ancient practice is commonly associated with Hindu meditation?

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Yoga

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Pilgrimage

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Tai Chi

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Fasting

Question 26

What is a distinctive feature of Hinduism compared to other major religions?

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It developed over millennia without a single founder

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It strictly forbids the consumption of meat

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It originated in the Middle East

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It centers on the worship of a single deity