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Name the ruler whose reign was a witness to both Vardhaman Mahavira and the Buddha preaching their respective doctrines?

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  1. Udayin

  2. Bimbisara

  3. Ajatashatru

  4. Harshvardhana

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Correct Option: B

The term "Tirthankaras" is associated with ____________.

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  1. Hinduism

  2. Jainism

  3. Buddhism

  4. Zoroastrianism

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The term Tirthankara is associated with Jainism. These are the spiritual teachers of Jainism. According to Jainism, an individual who got victory over the cycle of death and rebirth is known as Tirthankara. In Jainism, there are 24 Tirthankara. First was Rishabhanat and last (24th) was Mahavira Swami.

How many parts is Tao Teh Ching composed of?

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  1. Two

  2. Three

  3. Five

  4. Thirteen

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

  • Lao-Tse wrote a book in two parts, running into 5,000 words. His book Tao Teh Ching is a guide to the conduct of life.
  • He was born in 604 BCE. Disgusted with the intrigues of politicians and the prevailing corruption of his time, he left China to live in a peaceful abode. 

State whether these sentences are true (T) or False (F).
Both the Buddha and Mahavira belonged to 'ganas' or 'sanghas'.

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  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

True.

Buddha belonged to the Sakya Gana. 
Mahavira belonged to Kshatriya clan called Naya or Jnatri.

What is Tao Teh Ching all about?

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  1. Guide to live a happy life

  2. Guide to a rich life

  3. Guide to the conduct of life

  4. Guide to a spiritual life

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lao-Tse wrote a book in two parts, running into 5,000 words. He then disappeared from the place and no one knew where he died. His book Tao Teh Ching is a guide to the conduct of life. He was born in 604 BCE. Disgusted with the intrigues of politicians and the prevailing corruption of his time, he left China to live in a peaceful abode.

According to Confucius, what is the actual and proper source of political soverenity?

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  1. The Ruler

  2. The Government

  3. The People

  4. The Advisors

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In matters of national life, Confucius felt that the people in the nation are the actual and proper source of political sovereignty. 

The philosophy of Confucius gave the Chinese people an awareness of their political rights. It also clearly listed the government's duty towards the people. Confucius felt that the government should work with an ideal. He advised that the ruler must appoint persons of character in the government to govern the people impartially.

According to Confucius, what are the virtues of the superior man?

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  1. Humor, prudence and compassion.

  2. Honor, loyalty and grace.

  3. Intelligence, courage and goodwill.

  4. Grace, respect and courage

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The superior man, according to Confucius, is not merely intelligent or scholarly, but his character should be exemplary. The superior man of Confucius possesses three virtues: 

  • Intelligence, 
  • courage and 
  • goodwill.

What according to Zoroaster is the great object of religion, state or society?

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  1. Freedom

  2. Justice

  3. Morality

  4. Equality

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Zoroaster taught that the great object of religion, state or society is the cultivation of morality. The highest religious conception is purity of thought, word and deed. 

He asserted that Ahura Mazda has seven qualities:
(1) light; 
(2) good mind; 
(3) right; 
(4) dominion; 
(5) piety; 
(6) well-being; and 
(7) immortality.

How many books did Confucius author?

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  1. Five

  2. Six

  3. Ten

  4. Three

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Confucius was born in the Shantung province of China in 551 BCE. He studied history, poetry, philosophy and music. He is the author of five important works

  • The Book of Records

  • The Book of Odes

  • The Book of Changes

  • The Spring and Autumn Annals and

  • The Book of History

They laid down the systems of morals and social behaviour for individuals and communities. Hence Confucianism should be characterised as a system of social and ethical philosophy rather than as a religion.

Why did Lao-Tse leave China?

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  1. In pursuit of a spiritual life.

  2. He was disgusted with the prevailing corruption of his time.

  3. He was expatriated.

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

  • Lao-Tse was disgusted with the intrigues of politicians and the prevailing corruption of his time. So he left China to live in a peaceful abode. 
  • His book Tao Teh Ching is a guide to the conduct of life. It is written in two parts and runs to about 5000 words.