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Multiple choice history jainism, buddhism and ajivika philosophy in tamil nadu growth of unorthodox religious movements religion in the sixth century bce rise of territorial kingdoms and heterodox religions

Who was the $23^{rd}$ Tirthankara in Jainism?

  1. Parswanatha

  2. Hari Prabha Sena

  3. Mahavira

  4. Konda Kunda Charya
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Tirthankara, in Jainism, is a saviour who has succeeded in crossing over life’s stream of rebirths and has made a path for others to follow. According to Jain belief, each cosmic age produces its own group of 24 Tirthankaras. The first tirthankara in this present time cycle was Rishabhanatha. The 23$^{rd}$ tirthankara was Parswanath. He was the first Tirthankara for whom there is historical evidence.

Multiple choice history jainism, buddhism and ajivika philosophy in tamil nadu growth of unorthodox religious movements religion in the sixth century bce rise of territorial kingdoms and heterodox religions

Which one of the below listed principles is not a part of the Five Cardinal Principles of Confucius' Ethics?

  1. Wisdom

  2. Humaneness

  3. Propriety

  4. Covetiousness
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Confucianism is a system of social and ethical philosophy rather than as a religion started after the person Confucius who was an ancient Chinese philosopher. The five Cardinal Principles of Confucius Ethics are:
1. Humaneness 
2. Righteousness 
3. Propriety
4. Wisdom and 
5. Trustworthiness

Multiple choice history jainism, buddhism and ajivika philosophy in tamil nadu growth of unorthodox religious movements religion in the sixth century bce rise of territorial kingdoms and heterodox religions

Ajivika sect was founded by _________.

  1. Raghulabhadra

  2. Upali

  3. Makkhali Gosala

  4. Ananda
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Ajivikas were an ancient sect of Indian ascetics who believed in fatalism, karma, and liberation. Makkhali Gosala was the founder of Ajivika sect. It was a popular sect during the reign of Bindusara, the Mauryan Emperor. King Bindusara and his wife both were the followers of this sect. It is also mentioned in the edicts of Ashoka.

Multiple choice history jainism, buddhism and ajivika philosophy in tamil nadu growth of unorthodox religious movements religion in the sixth century bce rise of territorial kingdoms and heterodox religions

The doctrines and rituals of the Zoroastrians have much similarity to those of the ________.

  1. Quran

  2. Bible

  3. Puranas

  4. Vedas
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Avesta (the sacred text of Zoroastrianism) shares significant linguistic and thematic similarities with the Vedas of ancient India, as both originate from common Indo-Iranian roots.

Multiple choice history rise of jainism and buddhism growth of unorthodox religious movements religion in the sixth century bce rise of territorial kingdoms and heterodox religions

Which two of the four kings listed below were on friendly term equally with Vardhamana Mahavir and Gautama Buddha?
1. Bibisara of Magadha
2. Ajatasatru of Magadha
3. Prasenjit of Kosala
4. Pradyota of Avanti

  1. 3 and 4

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1 and 3

  4. 1 and 4
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bimbisara (1) and Pradyota (4) are historically noted for their friendly relations with both Mahavira and the Buddha, often hosting them or providing support.