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When Parsees came to India?

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  1. 6th Century

  2. 7th Century

  3. 8th Century

  4. 9th Century

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Parsees came to India from the Pars or Fars province of Iran. Therefore, they are known as Parsees. It is mostly believed that they first came to Gujarat in the eighth century CE.

The people came from Pars or Fars province are known as?

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  1. Christian

  2. Parsees

  3. Buddhist

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Parsees came to India from the Pars or Fars province of Iran. Therefore, they are known as Parsees. It is mostly believed that they first came to Gujarat in the eighth century CE.

Which of the following are the main principle of Parsi religion?

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  1. Good thoughts

  2. Good words

  3. Good deeds

  4. All of above

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Correct Option: D
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. At the core of Parsee thinking are three main principles of conduct, namely, good thoughts, good words and good deeds.

Bahubali was also known as  __________.

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  1. Padmaprabha

  2. Mahishmati

  3. Sumatinatha

  4. Gomateshwara

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bahubali was also called as Gomateshwara. He is a well-known figure in Jainism. He was the son of Adinath, the son of Tirthankara. The statue of Gomateswara at Sravanabelagola in Karnataka is dedicated to him.

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.