Hinduism | 5 MINUTES

Hinduism, with origins over 4,000 years ago, is a complex religion with no single founder. It emphasizes honesty, self-restraint, and compassion. The Vedic period introduced the Vedas and the concept of Brahman. The caste system emerged from Vedic texts. Hinduism promotes four life goals and the concepts of Dharma and karma. Epic texts like the Ramayana and Mahabharata are significant. Hinduism faced challenges from Buddhism and later Islamic and British rule, which influenced its practices. Today, Hinduism is the third largest religion, impacting Western culture through practices like Yoga.

What is the primary language in which the Vedas were composed?

• Hindi

• Sanskrit

• Tamil

• Bengali

Which Veda is considered the oldest and most significant?

• Rig Veda

• Sama Veda

• Yajur Veda

• Atharva Veda

What is the ultimate source of everything according to most Hindus?

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Brahman

• Krishna

Which text is considered the most authoritative on Hindu law?

• Bhagavad Gita

• Manu-smriti

• Upanishads

• Ramayana

Which two epic poems are significant in Hinduism?

• Aeneid and Metamorphoses

• Beowulf and Gilgamesh

• Ramayana and Mahabharata

• Iliad and Odyssey

Which religion emerged as a response to Hinduism during the 5th century?

• Jainism

• Zoroastrianism

• Buddhism

• Sikhism

What was a significant impact of British rule on the caste system?

• It was ignored

• It was modernized

• It became more rigid

• It was abolished