2.3 "The Legacy of Ancient India"

Who was a prominent leader known for promoting the principle of nonviolence in India?

• Mahatma Gandhi
• Nelson Mandela
• Martin Luther King Jr.
• Winston Churchill

What percentage of India's population practices Buddhism today?

• 5%
• 10%
• 1%
• 20%

What did Indian mathematicians develop that is essential for modern mathematics and computing?

• Zero
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Trigonometry

What contribution did ancient Indian mathematicians make to the field of mathematics?

• Invented the concept of zero
• Developed the theory of relativity
• Discovered gravity
• Invented the wheel

In which countries does Buddhism thrive apart from India?

• China, Russia, Brazil, Australia
• Canada, Mexico, Argentina, Peru
• Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan
• Germany, France, Spain, Italy

Which architectural achievement in Cambodia was influenced by ancient Indian architecture?

• Angkor Wat
• Pyramids of Giza
• Taj Mahal
• Great Wall of China

Which ancient Indian contribution is crucial for the numerical system used today?

• Trigonometry
• Decimal system
• Geometry
• Algebra

What is the primary reason for the widespread practice of vegetarianism among followers of Hinduism and Buddhism?

• Cultural traditions
• Economic reasons
• Religious beliefs in nonviolence
• Health benefits

Which mathematical concept was developed by Indian mathematicians and is crucial for modern computing?

• Zero
• Trigonometry
• Geometry
• Algebra

Which country is known for having a significant Buddhist following in Europe?

• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• France