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Question-1
The three principles of Jainism are known as:
(A)
Tri kusumas
(B)
Tri ratnas
(C)
Tri Bashpas
(D)
Tri Mulakas
Question-2
Pick out the birthplace of Sri Vardhaman Mahavira.
(A)
Kundagrama
(B)
Panchala
(C)
Madhura
(D)
Kosala
Question-3
Mahavira lived during:
(A)
539- 467 B.C.
(B)
500- 467 B.C.
(C)
450- 367 B.C.
(D)
639- 567 B.C.
Question-4
What is the basis of the Varna system according to Jainism?
(A)
Colour
(B)
Job
(C)
Money
(D)
None of the above.
Question-5
Who were recognized by Buddhism as untouchables?
(A)
The Vaisyas
(B)
The Brahmins
(C)
The Chandalas
(D)
The Pandaras
Question-6
“All composite things decay, strive diligently” were the last words of:
(A)
Christ
(B)
Buddha
(C)
Mahavira
(D)
Guru Gobind Singh
Question-7
From these options pick out the name of Vardhamana Mahavira’s father.
(A)
Dara
(B)
Siddhartha
(C)
Bhairava
(D)
Bannabi
Question-8
Which among these religious classes extended maximum support to the rise and domination of Buddhism and Jainism?
(A)
Brahmins
(B)
Kshatriyas
(C)
Vaisyas
(D)
Sudras
Question-9
Which amongst these statements are factors to the rise and popularity of heterodox sects in India?
(A)
The complex rituals and sacrifices advocated in the Later Vedic period were not acceptable to the common people.
(B)
The sacrificial ceremonies were also found to be too expensive.
(C)
The superstitious beliefs and mantras confused the people. The teachings of Upanishads, an alternative to the system of sacrifices, were highly philosophical in nature and therefore not easily understood by all.
(D)
All of the above statements are factors to the same.
Question-10
What main feature of heterodox sects differentiated from the orthodox ones?
(A)
Simple living and teachings
(B)
Rites and rituals
(C)
Introduction of new standards of living
(D)
All of the above
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