buddhism jainism & religious movement quiz set 10 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The mercantile community was most attracted to Jainism because:

a) The peace and non-violence of Jainism was conducive to the development of trade and commerce

b) The doctrine of Kama of Jainism greatly impressed the merchants and traders

c) It could follow the religion without any hindrance to its economic activities

d) The Vedic rituals and sacrifices were hindrances to its vocation

Question : 2

Which of the following writers was the founder of Buddhist logic and has been called the Father of Medieval Nyaya?

a) Budhhapalita

b) Bhavaviveka

c) Dharmakirti

d) Dignaga

Question : 3

Where is the highest in the world ‘Vishwa Shanti Stup’ located in Bihar?

a) Rajgir

b) Vaishali

c) Nalanda

d) Patna

Question : 4

Certain sects of the Jainas renounced idol worship altogether and devoted themselves to the worship of the scriptures only. Identify them:

1. Teraphanthis
2. Verapanthis
3. Samaiyas
4. Ganadharas

a) i, iv

b) i, ii, iii

c) i, ii, iv

d) ii, iv

Question : 5

The reason included in the expansion of Buddhism.

1. The simplicity of religion
2. Special appeal towards Dalits
3. Missionary concept of religion
4. Regional language
5. The soundness of Vedic spirit by Philosophers

a) 1, 2, 3 and 4

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 2, 3 and 4

d) 2, 3, 4 and 5

Question : 6

Who was the last one in the order of Jain Tirthankaras?

a) Mahavira

b) Parshvanath

c) Risabhdev

d) Manisuvrata