buddhism jainism & religious movement quiz set 3 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The most important event on the death centenar y (parinivrana) of the Buddha was the:

a) Division of Buddhism into Mahayana and Hinayana sects

b) Despatch of the Buddhist mission to Sri Lanka

c) Calling of the second Buddhist Council

d) Compilation of the teachings of the Buddha

Question : 2

Who presided over the fourth Buddhist council in Kashmir?

a) Upagupta

b) Asvagosha

c) Mahakasyapa

d) Vasumitra

Question : 3

What was the purpose of the Chaityas during the early phase of Buddhism?

a) They were used for holding social functions

b) They served the purpose of temples

c) They were meditation halls

d) They were used for religious assemblies and prayers

Question : 4

In the Mahayana Buddhism, the Bodhisatya Avalokitesvar was also known as

a) Manjusri

b) Vajrapani

c) Maitreya

d) Padmapani

Question : 5

Who was the president of first Jain council?

a) Sthalabahu

b) Bhadrabahu

c) Nagarjuna Suri

d) Devardhigan

Question : 6

Which of the following were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?

1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment.
2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas.
3. Denial of efficiency of rituals 4. Non - injury to animal life.

a) 2, 3 and 4

b) 1, 3 and 4

c) 1 and 2

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4