Hinduism: Explore the World's Third Largest Religion

Question 1

Which of the following is a belief that is NOT central to Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

Monotheism

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Dharma

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Karma

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Reincarnation

Question 2

Which of the following is not a fundamental belief in Hinduism?

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The significance of material possessions

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The existence of multiple gods and goddesses

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The concept of reincarnation

Question 3

Which of these is NOT a sacred text in Hinduism?

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Bible

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Vedas

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Upanishads

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 4

Which of these is NOT a sacred text in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

The Bible

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The Vedas

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The Ramayana

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 5

Which of the following is not a key concept related to dharma and karma in Hinduism?

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Hoping for good luck

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Performing religious rituals

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Practicing non-violence

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Seeking detachment from material possessions

Question 6

Which of the following is considered the ultimate goal for a Hindu?

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Moksha - liberation from the cycle of rebirth

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Karma - actions and their consequences

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Dharma - fulfilling one's duties

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Samsara - the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

Question 7

What is the name of the ancient collection of sacred Hindu texts that includes hymns, rituals, and philosophical teachings?

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Vedas

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Upanishads - philosophical texts that explore the nature of reality

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Yoga Sutras - a guide to yoga philosophy and practice

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Bhagavad Gita - a philosophical poem within the Mahabharata

Question 8

According to Hindu beliefs, what determines the individual's experiences and circumstances of their life?

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Karma - the consequences of past actions

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Moksha - liberation from the cycle of rebirth

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Dharma - fulfilling one's duties

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Samsara - the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

Question 9

Which of the following Hindu deities is known as the protector and preserver of the universe?

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Vishnu

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Brahma - the creator

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Shiva - the destroyer

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Ganesha - the remover of obstacles

Question 10

What is the term for the ethical and moral responsibilities that individuals have according to their position in society and stage of life?

Accepted Answer

Dharma

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Moksha - liberation from the cycle of rebirth

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Karma - actions and their consequences

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Samsara - the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

Question 11

Which of the following is a central belief in Hinduism regarding the nature of the soul?

Accepted Answer

Reincarnation - the soul's journey through multiple lives

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Atheism - the disbelief in any gods

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Monotheism - the belief in one god

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Polytheism - the belief in multiple gods

Question 12

What is the name of the sacred river in Hinduism that is believed to possess purifying qualities?

Accepted Answer

Ganges

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Brahmaputra - a major river in Northeast India

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Yamuna - a tributary of the Ganges

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Indus - a major river in Pakistan

Question 13

Which of the following festivals is celebrated in Hinduism to commemorate the victory of good over evil?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Ganesha Chaturthi - a festival honoring Lord Ganesha

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Navratri - a festival honoring the goddess Durga

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Holi - a spring festival of colors

Question 14

What is the name of the ancient Indian epic that narrates the struggle between the Pandavas and the Kauravas?

Accepted Answer

Mahabharata

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Ramayana - an epic that tells the story of Lord Rama

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Upanishads - philosophical texts that explore the nature of reality

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Bhagavad Gita - a philosophical text within the Mahabharata

Question 15

Which of the following is a key concept in Hinduism that refers to the continuous cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?

Accepted Answer

Samsara

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Moksha - liberation from the cycle of rebirth

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Dharma - fulfilling one's duties

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Karma - actions and their consequences

Question 16

Which of the following is not a fundamental concept in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

Monotheism

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Dharma

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Karma

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Reincarnation

Question 17

According to Hindu texts, what is the ultimate objective of a person's life?

Accepted Answer

Moksha

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Salvation

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Nirvana

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Heaven

Question 18

Which of the following is considered the most sacred Hindu scripture?

Accepted Answer

Vedas

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Ramayana

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Upanishads

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 19

What is the name of the Hindu festival celebrated as the victory of good over evil?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Maha Shivaratri

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Navratri

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Holi

Question 20

Which of the following is a central deity in the Hindu pantheon?

Accepted Answer

Krishna

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Jesus

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Zeus

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Buddha

Question 21

What is the defining characteristic of the caste system in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

A hierarchical social structure based on birth

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A type of religious sect

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A system of reincarnation

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A means of achieving spiritual liberation

Question 22

Which of the following is considered a sacred river in Hinduism?

Accepted Answer

Ganges

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Mississippi

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Amazon

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Nile

Question 23

What is the name of the Hindu philosophical school that emphasizes logic and reasoning?

Accepted Answer

Nyaya

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Tantra

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Yoga

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Vedanta

Question 24

Which of the following is not a recognized practice of yoga?

Accepted Answer

Animal sacrifice

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Physical postures

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Meditation

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Breathing exercises

Question 25

How does the concept of karma relate to the Hindu belief in reincarnation?

Accepted Answer

Positive actions lead to favorable rebirths, while negative actions lead to unfavorable ones.

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Reincarnation is solely determined by one's social status.

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Only those who achieve spiritual enlightenment can be reincarnated.