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Which symbol represents the birth of Gautama Buddha?
A. Lotus and Bull
B. Bodhi Tree
C. Wheel
D. Stupa
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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:
A. Monastic rules
B. Sermons and teachings
C. Philosophy and Metaphysics
D. Biographies
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The Abhidhamma Pitaka contains the philosophical and psychological analysis of the Buddha's teachings.
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Gautama Buddha belonged to which clan?
A. Gnatreka
B. Sakya
C. Maurya
D. Kuru
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Gautama Buddha was born into the royal family of the Sakya clan of Kapilavastu.
13474
Which ancient Indian text is a source of information about the 16 Mahajanapadas?
A. Rig Veda
B. Anguttara Nikaya
C. Arthashastra
D. Manu Smriti
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The Anguttara Nikaya, a Buddhist scripture, provides a list of the 16 Mahajanapadas (great states) that existed during the time of Buddha.
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The concept of 'Ahimsa' (Non-violence) is most strictly practiced in:
A. Buddhism
B. Jainism
C. Hinduism
D. Zoroastrianism
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While Ahimsa is central to many Indian religions, Jainism applies it most rigorously, extending it to even microscopic organisms.
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Who was the mother of Gautama Buddha?
A. Mahamaya
B. Yashodhara
C. Trishala
D. Gautami
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Queen Mahamaya was the mother of Siddhartha (Buddha). She died shortly after his birth, and he was raised by his aunt Prajapati Gautami.
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In Buddhism, 'Sangha' refers to:
A. Religious text
B. State of peace
C. Monastic Order
D. Soul
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The Three Jewels of Buddhism are the Buddha, the Dhamma (Doctrine), and the Sangha (The Community/Monastic Order).
13478
The Dilwara Temples at Mount Abu are famous for:
A. Buddhist Architecture
B. Jain Architecture
C. Vedic Architecture
D. Mughal Architecture
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The Dilwara Temples in Rajasthan are world-famous for their stunning marble carvings and are significant Jain pilgrimage sites.
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Which of the following vows was added by Mahavira to the four vows of Parsvanatha?
A. Ahimsa (Non-violence)
B. Satya (Truth)
C. Aparigraha (Non-possession)
D. Brahmacharya (Celibacy)
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Parsvanatha preached four vows. Mahavira added the fifth one, Brahmacharya (Celibacy/Chastity).
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What is the meaning of the word 'Buddha'?
A. The Conqueror
B. The Enlightened One
C. The Great Soul
D. The Priest
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The title 'Buddha' means 'The Awakened One' or 'The Enlightened One'.
