Religious Movements MCQs for Rajasthan SI
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Rajasthan SI — Ancient Period — Religious Movements
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Question 1 of 20
Match the following Jain terms with their meanings: List-I A. Nirjara B. Samvar C. Asrava D. Pudgal List-II i. Inflow of karma ii. Stoppage of karma iii. Shedding of karma iv. Matter/Inert element
Question 2 of 20
Does Nyaya philosophy accept the existence of God?
Question 3 of 20
Which of the following Buddhist Pitakas contains the rules and conduct for the monks of the Sangha?
Question 4 of 20
Match List-I with List-II: List-I (Buddhist Concept / Text) A. Shunyavada (Emptiness) B. Conversion of a Greek King C. Psychology and Metaphysics D. Disciplinary monastic rules List-II (Associated Text / Category) 1. Milindapanho 2. Prajnaparamita Sutras 3. Vinaya Pitaka 4. Abhidhamma Pitaka Choose the correct code:
Question 5 of 20
Matsyendranath is the founder of which sect?
Question 6 of 20
During which historical period did the 'Shaddarshan' (Six Schools of Philosophy) fully develop?
Question 7 of 20
What does the term 'Mahabhinishkramana' refer to in the life of Gautam Buddha?
Question 8 of 20
Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?
Question 9 of 20
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I (Buddhist Council) A. First Council B. Second Council C. Third Council D. Fourth Council List-II (President) 1. Moggaliputta Tissa 2. Vasumitra 3. Mahakassapa 4. Sabakami
Question 10 of 20
Which of the following pairings regarding Shaiva sects and their characteristics is INCORRECT?
Question 11 of 20
Which Jain sect does not believe in the caste system?
Question 12 of 20
Suppose a newly ordained monk commits a transgression against the established rules of the monastery. Which specific text must the senior monks consult to determine the exact nature of the offense and the required atonement?
Question 13 of 20
Which Shaiva sect accepts followers from Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim communities?
Question 14 of 20
Identify the Acharya associated with 'Shuddhadvaitavada' (Pure Monism).
Question 15 of 20
Assertion (A): The early Buddhist texts serve as an invaluable secular resource for historians, extending far beyond their religious utility. Reason (R): They contain abundant data regarding the socio-economic life and political history of the Mahajanapada and Mauryan periods. Choose the correct code:
Question 16 of 20
Which ancient Indian ruler's follower-ship of the Ajivika sect highlights its prominence in the Mauryan period?
Question 17 of 20
Assertion (A): The Sutta Pitaka is considered the largest and most fundamentally significant division of the Pali Tripitaka. Reason (R): It acts as the primary repository of Lord Buddha's direct discourses, philosophical dialogues, and teachings on righteous dharma. In the context of the above statements, choose the correct option:
Question 18 of 20
Where is the major expansion of the Digambar sect found?
Question 19 of 20
Which Upanishad contains the first mention of Lord Krishna?
Question 20 of 20