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

Question : 1

Which one among the following Tirthankaras was according to the Svetamber tradition, a lady?

a) Shantinatha

b) Sumatinatha

c) Arishtanemi

d) Mallinatha

Question : 2

In the Bhagawat religion, the number of forms of Bhakti

a) 9

b) 10

c) 5

d) 4

Question : 3

The religious philosophy of Jainism teaches that there are nine truths or realities (Nav-tattva). Which of the following are among them?

1. soul (jiva)
2. non-soul (ajiva)
3. merit (punya)
4. sin or demerit (papa)

a) 2, 3, and 4 only

b) 1, 2, and 3 only

c) 1, 3, and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4;

Question : 4

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 : 5

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

a) Sravasti

b) Sarnath

c) Rummindei

d) Kausambi

Question : 6

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