Buddhism and Jainism

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Buddhism and Jainism: Overview

This topic covers concepts, such as Buddhism & Jainism etc.

Important Questions on Buddhism and Jainism

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Which ruler founded the Vikramshila University for the Buddhists?

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Which of the following place is famous for its gigantic rock-cut statue of Buddha?

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Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'Nirvana' in Buddhism?

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The concept of eight-fold path forms the theme of _____.

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The Fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir under the leadership of _____.

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The Buddhist text Majjhima Nikaya is in

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Which of the following statements about Bodhisattas is/are correct?

1. They were perceived as deeply compassionate beings who accumulated merit through their Efforts.

2. They made attempt to attain Nibbana.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Who among the following was Buddha's foster mother?

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The trident-shaped symbol of Buddhism does not represent

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Sanchi Stupa was build by

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At which of the following places did Lord Buddha give his first sermon on the Four Noble Truths?

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At which of the following places did Lord Buddha attain enlightenment?

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The rules made for the _____ were written down in a book called ‘Vinaya Pitaka’.

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One of the major events of Ashoka’s reign was the convening of the ______ Buddhist Sangha (council) in 250 BCE in the capital Pataliputra.

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The birthplace of Gautam Buddha was_____.

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Which of the following Buddhist sites is located in Uttar Pradesh?

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_________'s foster mother Mahapajapati Gotami was the first woman to be ordained as a bhikkhuni.

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Identify the founder of the Jainism religion.

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Which concept is an important aspect of Jainism?

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Jains believe in the existence of how many Tirthankaras?