Growth of Jainism and Buddhism UPSC Questions

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Growth of Jainism and Buddhism MCQ Questions


1.
The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by
UPSC - 2011
A.
Universal law
B.
Universal Truth
C.
Universal Faith
D.
Universal Soul
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ANSWER :
A. Universal law
2.
With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to the authority the Vedas
3. Denial of the efficacy of rituals
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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A.
1 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
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ANSWER :
B. 2 and 3 only
3.
Lord Buddha's image is sometimes shown with the hand gesture called 'Bhumisparsha Mudra'. It symbolizes
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A.
Buddha's calling of the Earth to watch over Mara and to prevent Mara from disturbing his meditation
B.
Buddha's calling of the Earth to witness his purity and Chastity despite the temptations of mara
C.
Buddha's reminder to his followers that they all arise from the Earth and finally dissolve into the Earth. And thus this life is transitory
D.
Both the statements (a) and (b) are correct in this context
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ANSWER :
B. Buddha's calling of the Earth to witness his purity and Chastity despite the temptations of mara
4.
Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?
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A.
Vihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monks
B.
Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
C.
Chaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to it
D.
There is no material difference between the two
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ANSWER :
B. Chaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monks
5.
Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?
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A.
The extinction of the flame of desire
B.
The complete annihilation of self
C.
A state of bliss and rest
D.
A mental stage beyond all comprehension
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ANSWER :
A. The extinction of the flame of desire
6.
Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?
1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance.
2. Every object, even the smallest particle has a soul.
3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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A.
1 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
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ANSWER :
D. 1, 2 and 3