Buddhism and Hinduism Concepts Assessment

The video explores Dharmic religions, focusing on Hinduism and Buddhism. Hinduism, the oldest of these, includes beliefs in karma, reincarnation, and spiritual liberation, with roots in the Indus Valley Civilization. Buddhism, founded by Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizes the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path to achieve enlightenment. It originated in the Indian subcontinent and has two main branches: Theravada, focusing on individual enlightenment, and Mahayana, emphasizing compassion and the liberation of all beings.

Which concept is central to the Dharmic religions, translating roughly to duty or ethical path?

• Karma

• Samsara

• Dharma

• Nirvana

What ancient civilization is believed to have influenced early Hinduism?

• Mesopotamian Civilization

• Indus Valley Civilization

• Chinese Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

Which of the following is NOT a concept associated with Hinduism?

• Four Noble Truths

• Karma

• Reincarnation

• Spiritual Liberation

What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism, as taught by Siddhartha Gautama?

• Karma

• Dharma

• Nirvana

• Reincarnation

Where is Siddhartha Gautama traditionally believed to have been born?

• Lumbini, Nepal

• Bodh Gaya, India

• Varanasi, India

• Kathmandu, Nepal

What is the primary focus of Theravada Buddhism?

• Compassion for all beings

• Original teachings of the Buddha

• Pantheon of deities

• Reincarnation

Which path is emphasized in Theravada Buddhism for achieving enlightenment?

• Dharma

• Karma

• Eightfold Path

• Four Noble Truths

What is a key characteristic of Mahayana Buddhism?

• Rejection of bodhisattvas

• Emphasis on compassion and helping others

• Strict adherence to original teachings

• Focus on individual enlightenment

In Mahayana Buddhism, what is the role of a bodhisattva?

• To achieve personal enlightenment

• To postpone Nirvana to help others

• To strictly follow the Eightfold Path

• To reject all worldly desires

How does Mahayana Buddhism differ from Theravada Buddhism?

• It emphasizes compassion and helping others

• It strictly follows the original teachings

• It rejects the concept of Nirvana

• It focuses on individual effort