Religion and Philosophy in Ancient India

History ⇒ Ancient Indian History

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Describe the concept of 'Dharma' in ancient Indian philosophy.

Describe the importance of the concept of 'Atman' in Hindu philosophy.

Describe the main teachings of Mahavira.

Explain the concept of 'Karma' as understood in ancient Indian religions.

Explain the difference between 'Shramana' and 'Brahmanical' traditions in ancient India.

Explain the role of Ashoka in the spread of Buddhism.

Explain the significance of the Sangha in Buddhism.

Name any two Upanishads.

Which ancient Indian text is primarily concerned with the philosophy of karma and dharma? (1) Bhagavad Gita (2) Arthashastra (3) Ramayana (4) Rigveda

Which of the following is a Jain festival? (1) Diwali (2) Paryushana (3) Holi (4) Pongal

Which of the following is a key difference between Buddhism and Jainism? (1) Belief in God (2) Belief in Karma (3) Belief in Ahimsa (4) Belief in Rebirth

Which of the following is a key text of the Vedanta school? (1) Yoga Sutras (2) Brahmasutra (3) Nyaya Sutra (4) Charaka Samhita

Fill in the blank: The ________ is considered the most important text of Jainism.

Fill in the blank: The ________ is considered the oldest of the four Vedas.

Fill in the blank: The ________ is the ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing liberation from suffering.

Fill in the blank: The ________ Sutras are the foundational texts of the Yoga school of philosophy.

True or False: The Bhagavad Gita is a part of the Mahabharata.

True or False: The Charvaka school of philosophy believed in the authority of the Vedas.

True or False: The concept of 'Nirvana' in Buddhism refers to the cycle of rebirth.

True or False: The Mimamsa school of philosophy is mainly concerned with the interpretation of Vedic rituals.