Buddhism & Jainism — Set 9
Indian History · बौद्ध और जैन धर्म · Questions 81–90 of 90
The Four Noble Truths are the core teaching of:
Correct Answer: D. Buddhism
The Four Noble Truths (Arya Satya) are the foundation of Buddhism. They explain the nature of suffering, its cause, its cessation, and the path to its cessation. This was the subject of Buddha's first sermon.
What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?
Correct Answer: B. Nirvana
The ultimate goal in Buddhism is Nirvana (Nibbana). It means the 'blowing out' of desire, hatred, and delusion. It is the liberation from the cycle of birth and death (Samsara).
Where was Mahavira born?
Correct Answer: A. Kundagrama
Lord Mahavira was born in Kundagrama. It is located near Vaishali in Bihar. He was a prince of the Jnatrika clan.
Where did Lord Mahavira attain Nirvana (Death)?
Correct Answer: C. Pavapuri
Mahavira attained Nirvana at Pavapuri. It is located near Rajgir in Bihar. A Jal Mandir (Water Temple) stands at the spot of his cremation.
Which of these is a sect of Jainism?
Correct Answer: A. Digambara
Digambara is one of the two major sects of Jainism. The other is Shvetambara. Mahayana, Hinayana, and Vajrayana are sects of Buddhism.
Who is known as the 'Light of Asia'?
Correct Answer: A. Gautama Buddha
Gautama Buddha is famously known as the 'Light of Asia'. This title comes from the epic poem by Sir Edwin Arnold describing Buddha's life. It signifies his role in enlightening the Eastern world.
The Eightfold Path (Ashtangika Marga) was propounded by:
Correct Answer: A. Gautama Buddha
The Eightfold Path was propounded by Gautama Buddha. It is the fourth of the Four Noble Truths. It outlines the path leading to the cessation of suffering.
Which animal is NOT usually found on the Ashokan Pillars?
Correct Answer: D. Cow
The Cow is not found on Ashokan pillar capitals. The common animals depicted are the Lion, Bull, Elephant, and Horse. These animals are associated with different stages of Buddha's life.
What was the name of Gautama Buddha's father?
Correct Answer: C. Suddhodana
Buddha's father was King Suddhodana. He was the chief of the Shakya clan of Kapilavastu. He tried to shield Prince Siddhartha from the sufferings of the world.
What was the name of Gautama Buddha's wife?
Correct Answer: A. Yashodhara
Buddha's wife was Yashodhara. She was a princess of the Koliya clan. They had a son named Rahula before Buddha renounced the world.