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Whose contribution was greatest to the development and zenith of the Bhagavata sect?
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Whose contribution was greatest to the development and zenith of the Bhagavata sect?
Who were the 'Nayanars'?
In Tamil Nadu, Vaishnavism was propagated by Alvar saints. Who was the only female saint among the Alvars?
The great religious event, 'Mahamastakabhisheka', is associated with and performed for which of the following?
Who was the founder of the 'Ajivika' sect?
Who founded the Ajivika sect?
Consider the following statements regarding the Ajivika sect: A. Makkhali Gosala was its most prominent leader. B. The central doctrine of the philosophy was 'Niyati' (destiny/fatalism). C. Discrimination was practiced on the basis of caste and class. D. Regular assemblies were held for meetings among Ajivikas. Which of the above statements are correct?
At which of the following places was the first Jain Council held?
Consider the following statements: 1. The mother of Vardhamana Mahavira was the daughter of Chetaka, the chief of Licchavis. 2. The mother of Gautama Buddha was a princess of the Koliya dynasty. 3. The 23rd Tirthankara, Parshvanatha, belonged to Banaras (Varanasi). Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
'Samadhi Marana' (Sallekhana) is associated with which philosophy?
With reference to the 'Ajivika sect', which of the following statements is/are correct? I. Followers of the Ajivika sect generally lived in forests. II. This sect enjoyed high respect during the Maurya period. Select the correct answer from the code given below:
“The soul is not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running streams of water, and many other natural objects which other religious sects do not consider as living.” The above statement reflects a fundamental belief of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List-I (Acharya) List-II (Doctrine/Sect) A. Lakulisha 1. Ajivika B. Nagarjuna 2. Shunyavada C. Bhadrabahu 3. Pashupata D. Gosala 4. Jain
Consider the following statements regarding the Ajivika sect: 1. Belief in fatalism/determinism (Niyativada) 2. The sequence of their reincarnation/rebirth can be altered 3. Belief in severe asceticism/penance Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which of the following religions does not believe in the concept of 'catastrophic universal dissolution' (Pralaya)?
With reference to the religious practices of India, the 'Sthanakvasi' sect belongs to:
According to Jain philosophy, the characteristics of reality/substance (Tattva) are:
Consider the following statements regarding Jain philosophy: 1. Jain philosophy revolves around two central doctrines, namely Anekantavada and Syadvada. 2. According to Anekantavada, every entity has multiple attributes; the permanent attribute that forms the nature of an entity is called Guna. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following doctrines are related to Jainism? (i) Anekantavada (ii) Sarvastivada (iii) Shunyavada (iv) Syadvada Select the correct answer using the code given below:
What is the word used for 'Infinite/Supreme Knowledge' in Jainism?
Consider the following Tirthankaras and arrange them in correct chronological order: I. Abhinandana II. Vimalanatha III. Munisuvratanatha IV. Padmaprabha Select the correct answer from the code given below: Code:
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below: List-I (Tirthankara) List-II (Cognisance/Symbol) (A) Parshvanatha (i) Bull (B) Adinatha (ii) Lion (C) Mahavira (iii) Serpent (D) Shantinatha (iv) Deer Code : A B C D
Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? Tirthankara – Place of Nirvana
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List-I (Place) List-II (Associated Tirthankara) A. Shravasti 1. Rishabhanatha B. Kakandi 2. Padmaprabhu C. Ayodhya 3. Suvidhinatha D. Pabhosa 4. Sambhavanatha Code : A B C D
The doctrine of Triratna (Three Jewels): Right Faith, Right Conduct, and Right Knowledge belongs to which religion?