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Indian Philosophy and Aesthetics

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Indian philosophy spans diverse concepts from Buddhist teachings and practices to ancient aesthetics. This collection covers meditation rules, spiritual enlightenment, and cultural expressions like Odissi. These topics are vital for general awareness in civil services and state exams.

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Indian Philosophy and Aesthetics Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not one of the Three Jewels of Buddhism?

  1. Buddha

  2. Dharma

  3. Sangha

  4. Nirvana
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Nirvana is not one of the Three Jewels of Buddhism, while Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha are.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Sikh holy book?

  1. Guru Granth Sahib

  2. Adi Granth

  3. Dasam Granth

  4. Sarbloh Granth
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Guru Granth Sahib is the Sikh holy book, while Adi Granth, Dasam Granth, and Sarbloh Granth are other Sikh scriptures.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not one of the Five Precepts of Buddhism?

  1. Do not kill

  2. Do not steal

  3. Do not commit adultery

  4. Do not lie
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Do not lie is not one of the Five Precepts of Buddhism, while Do not kill, Do not steal, and Do not commit adultery are.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Logic

  2. Philosophy

  3. Mathematics

  4. Astronomy

  5. History
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E Correct answer
Explanation

History was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Grammar

  2. Literature

  3. Rhetoric

  4. Prosody

  5. Poetics
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Poetics was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Nyaya

  2. Vaisheshika

  3. Samkhya

  4. Yoga

  5. Mimamsa
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Mimamsa was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Jainism

  3. Hinduism

  4. Sikhism

  5. Christianity
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Christianity was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Animal Husbandry

  3. Commerce

  4. Economics

  5. Politics
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Politics was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Ethics

  2. Morality

  3. Values

  4. Dharma

  5. Karma
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Karma was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Yoga

  2. Meditation

  3. Pranayama

  4. Asanas

  5. Mudras
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Mudras were not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

Which of the following subjects was NOT taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara?

  1. Tantra

  2. Mantra

  3. Yantra

  4. Astrology

  5. Palmistry
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Palmistry was not taught at Jagaddala Mahavihara. The other subjects mentioned were part of the curriculum.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the religious ceremony that is performed to mark the coming of age of a boy in Hinduism?

  1. Namakarana

  2. Upanayana

  3. Vivaha

  4. Antyeshti
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Upanayana ceremony is performed to mark the coming of age of a boy in Hinduism.

Multiple choice

Which religious ceremony is performed to mark the marriage of a couple in Hinduism?

  1. Namakarana

  2. Upanayana

  3. Vivaha

  4. Antyeshti
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Vivaha ceremony is performed to mark the marriage of a couple in Hinduism.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of Kantha?

  1. Sujni

  2. Nakshi Kantha

  3. Dorokha

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sujni, Nakshi Kantha, and Dorokha are all types of Kantha.

Multiple choice

What are the different types of Murtis in Jainism?

  1. Standing Murtis

  2. Sitting Murtis

  3. Meditating Murtis

  4. All of the above
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Correct answer
Explanation

There are different types of Murtis in Jainism, including standing Murtis, sitting Murtis, meditating Murtis, and many others. Each type of Murti represents a different aspect of the deity or a different stage in the deity's life.