HInduism/Buddhism Vocab Quiz

A belief in many gods.

social structure of India that is divided up into four main groups.

The ‘right way of living’ by following your duty and the laws of your caste.

In Buddhism, it’s the release from pain and suffering achieved after

enlightenment.

It’s another name for enlightenment in Hinduism, the freedom or release

from the cycle of death and rebirth.

Process where a soul is reborn after you die again and again.

Known as the Buddha and founder of Buddhism.

Lowest ranking group in the Indian society that were considered outcasts

with the ‘unclean jobs’.

The central beliefs of Buddhism that contains the basic teachings (hint:

discusses suffering).

In Buddhism, it’s the pursuits (instructions/guide) of someone seeking

enlightenment. Steps or guide for behavior.