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Who was the founder of Parsi/Parse religion?

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  1. Jesus Christ

  2. Gautam Buddha

  3. Zarathushtra

  4. Muhammad

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Zarathushtra or Zoroaster was the founder of Parse religion. 'Ahur Mazda' is the name of their God. The elements of fire and water are very important in their religion. The sacred fire burns in the temples which are known as Agyaris.

The religious movements of Buddhism and Jainism were led by ____.

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  1. Sudras

  2. Kshatriya Princes

  3. Vaisyas

  4. Brahmins

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The religious movements of Buddhism and Jainism were led by Prince Siddhartha and Prince Vardhman later on known as Buddha and Mahavira Swami respectively. Both were Kshatriya Princes. They both started a new religious ideology which doesn't believe in the varna system and other superstitions. Buddha belonged to Sakya clan in Lumbini. Mahavira Swami's father Siddhartha was the chief of Kshatriya clan.

Who wrote the book Tao Teh Ching?

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  1. Mao

  2. Tao

  3. Lao-Tse

  4. Confucius

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The famous book Tao Teh Ching was composed by Lao-Tse. It is a classical text in Chinese composed in 6th century BC. It deals with both philosophical and religious Taoism. It influenced both Confucianism and Buddhism. Its influence has spread widely outside East Asia. It is among the most translated works in the World literature.

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.