buddhism jainism & religious movement quiz set 1 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

What was the nature of difference between Bhadrabahu and his followers, which led to the split of Jainism into two sects, namely Digambaras and Svetambaras?

a) Idol worship

b) Interpretation of certain philosophical canons

c) Compilation of the teachings of Mahavira

d) Whether or not the monks should wear clothes

Question : 2

The earliest epigraphic evidence mentioning the birth place of Sakyamuni Buddha is obtained from

a) Sravasti

b) Sarnath

c) Rummindei

d) Kausambi

Question : 3

Which of the following statements are correct with regard to Buddhism?

1. The most important disciples of Buddha were Sariputta, Moggallanna, Ananda, Kassapa and Upali.
2. Kings like Prasenjit of Kosala and Bimbisara and Ajatshatru of Magadha accepted Buddism
3. Buddha did not involve himself in fruitless controversies regarding metaphysical questions like a god, soul, karma, rebirth, etc.

a) 2 and 3

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) 1, 2 and 3;

Question : 4

Anekantavada is a core theory and philosophy of which one of the following?

a) Jainism

b) Buddhism

c) Vaishnavism

d) Sikhism

Question : 5

Who installed the grand image of Gomateshwar at Shravanbelgola?

a) Krishna I

b) Chamundaraya

c) Tejpal

d) Kumar Pal

Question : 6

It means to keep one’s body, heart and mind in their real form. Bad thoughts occupy the mind when their form is forgotten. When actions take place according to the bad thoughts, one has to experience pain. This explanation is related to one of the eightfold paths of Buddism called-

a) Right Means of Livelihood

b) Right Conduct

c) Right Mindfulness

d) Right Effort;