buddhism jainism & religious movement quiz set 4 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

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

1. The concept of ahimsa was its chief contribution
2. Its contribution to the art and architecture of India was notable.
3. It promoted education through residential universities like those at Taxila, Nalanda and Vikramasila.
4. The language of Pali and other local languages developed through the teachings of Buddhism.

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 : 2

On the basis of which of the following traditional records have the dates of Lord Buddha ’s birth and death been fixed?

a) Tibetan tradition of historian Taranath

b) Chinese tradition–Cantonese records

c) Simhalese tradion–Mahavamsa and Dipavamsa

d) Indian Buddhist texts–Ashokavadan and Divyvadan

Question : 3

a) 4 1 3 2

b) 2 3 1 4

c) 1 4 3 2

d) 1 2 4 3

Question : 4

Which of the following places is associated with Jainism?

a) Pava

b) Kapilvastu

c) Sravasti

d) Sarnath

Question : 5

Where did Buddha attain Parinirvana ?

a) Vaisali

b) Bodh Gaya

c) Kushinagara

d) Rajgriha

Question : 6

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