Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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The 'Kalpa Sutra' is a religious text of:
Answer:
Jainism
The Kalpa Sutra, attributed to Bhadrabahu, contains the biographies of the Jain Tirthankaras, notably Parshvanatha and Mahavira.
12
During whose reign was the Third Buddhist Council held?
Answer:
Ashoka
The Third Buddhist Council was held at Pataliputra under the patronage of Emperor Ashoka.
13
What is the ultimate goal of Jainism?
Answer:
Moksha/Siddha
The ultimate goal is Moksha, where the soul is liberated from the cycle of birth and death and becomes a 'Siddha' (liberated soul).
14
Who was the 23rd Tirthankara of Jainism?
Answer:
Parsvanatha
Parsvanatha was the 23rd Tirthankara, a historical figure who lived about 250 years before Mahavira.
15
The event of Buddha leaving his home in search of truth is known as:
Answer:
Mahabhinishkramana
Mahabhinishkramana (The Great Renunciation) refers to Siddhartha leaving his palace, wife, and son to become an ascetic.
16
Which language did the Jains use to preach so common people could understand?
Answer:
Prakrit
Jain scholars primarily used Prakrit (specifically Ardha-Magadhi) for their scriptures and preaching to reach the masses.
17
The First Jain Council was held at:
Answer:
Pataliputra
The First Jain Council was held at Pataliputra under the leadership of Sthulabhadra in the 3rd century BC.
18
Which symbol represents the birth of Gautama Buddha?
Answer:
Lotus and Bull
In Buddhist art, the Lotus and Bull symbolize the birth of Buddha. The Bodhi tree represents Enlightenment, the Wheel represents the First Sermon, and the Stupa represents Mahaparinirvana (Death).
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The 'Abhidhamma Pitaka' deals with:
Answer:
Philosophy and Metaphysics
The Abhidhamma Pitaka contains the philosophical and psychological analysis of the Buddha's teachings.
20
Gautama Buddha belonged to which clan?
Answer:
Sakya
Gautama Buddha was born into the royal family of the Sakya clan of Kapilavastu.