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Write briefly about ‘Jainism’? |
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Answer» Jainism is an ancient Indian religion. People who follow this religion are known as Jains. Twenty-four ‘Tirthankaras enriched this religion. The word Jain is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Jina’. The most famous Tirthankara is Mahavira. The main aim of Jainism is to attain Moksha. When the soul achieves Kaivalya or Jina, it is liberated from the karmas. That state of happiness is known as Nirvana. The people who have reached moksha are called Tirthankaras. |
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What are the famous books written in earlier days? |
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Answer» Popular epics Valmiki Ramayana and Vyasa Mahabharatha were written in Sanskrit. Aryabhatta wrote a book called ‘Aryabhattiyam’. ‘Charaka Samhita’ and ‘Sushruta Samhita’ are the books that laid the foundation for Ayurveda, Sushruta Samhita focuses on surgery. |
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Briefly explain Islam. |
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Answer» Mohammad is considered a prophet or messenger of Allah. The teachings of Allah are written in a book called Quran. It is the holy book of Islam. Prophet Mohammad taught that all men are brothers. He emphasized the importance of love for the whole of humanity. Prophet taught that there is only one God. |
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What are the methods used by people in the beginning to write? |
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Answer» In the beginning, people wrote on cloth, leaves, barks, etc. In many parts of South India, they wrote on palm leaves. They used pins to write on the dried leaves. They drew pictures and symbols. Gradually the script we are using was developed. |
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What are the main teachings of Islam? |
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Answer» Teachings of Islam are: 1. All human beings are His creation. 2. All human beings are equal before God. 3. God has no shape and therefore it is wrong to worship idols. 4. Every Muslim should become a servant of God and be honest. |
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Write about Tirumala temple? |
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Answer» Lord Venkateswara Temple is at Tirumala in the Chittoor district. It is located in the Seshachalam hills. It is one of the prominent temples for the Hindus. Hindus think that Sri Venkateswara is the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. |
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Where is ‘The Kaaba’ located? |
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Answer» The Kaaba is located in Mecca in Saudi Arabia. |
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The holy book of IslamA) Quran B) Bible C) Bhagavadgeeta D) Ramayan |
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Answer» Answer is (A) Quran |
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Fill in the blanks.1. The …….. is the holy book of Muslims.2. Prophet Mohammed left to ……….. from Mecca.3. The followers who follow Sikhism are called ……4. The word Sikh means ………5. The holy book of Sikhs is ……6. The first Tirthankara was ……7. India is a land of ……8. ……….. is the implying unity among the people of India.9. Dominant cultural trait of India is …… |
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Answer» 1. Quran 2. Madina 3. Sikhs 4. Student or disciple 5. Guru Granth Sahib 6. Bahubali 7. diversities 8. Unity in diversity 9. Unity in diversity |
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Fill in the blanks.1. Tirumala is located in …... hills.2. Unit of administration to maintain Tirumala is ……3. Founder of Christianity was ………4. Holy book of Christians is ……5. Famous church in the world is ……6. Head of the Roman Catholic Church is ………7. Jesus was born in ………8. …….. was the founder of Islam.9. Prophet Mohammed was born in ……10. Mecca was in …… |
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Answer» 1. Seshachalam 2. TTD 3. Jesus Christ 4. Bible 5. Roman Catholic Church 6. Pope 7. Bethlehem 8. Prophet Mohammed 9. Mecca 10. Arabia |
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Fill in the blanks.1. Indian culture began about …… years ago.2. With the arrival of ……… a new culture emerged in India.3. In olden days people used pins to write on ………4. Valmiki’s Ramayana and Vyasa’s Mahabharata were written in ……5. Aryabhatta wrote ……6. ……, ……… books laid the foundation of Ayurvedam.7. People who follow Jainism are known as ………8. Main goal of Jainism is to reach ……9. In Jainism state of happiness is known as ……10. Texts which are MahaVtfa’s preachings are known as …… |
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Answer» 1. 5000 2. Aryans 3. dried leaves 4. Sanskrit 5. Aryabhattiyam 6. Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita 7. Jains 8. Moksha 9. Nirvana 10. Angas |
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Write about Vardhamana. |
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Answer» Vardhamana was born in 599 BCE in Vaishali. His parents were Siddhartha and Trishala. He was a prince by birth. His wife’s name was Yasoda and he had a daughter Priyadarsini. He was also known by titles Mahavira, Tirthankara, and Jina. He attained moksha in 527 BCE. |
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Define the term ‘Unity in Diversity. |
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Answer» The concept which is incorporating unity among people with diverse cultures and religions is known as ‘Unity in Diversity. |
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Fill in the blanks.1. Spiritual Gurus for Jains are ………2. Height of Gomateshwara statue in Shravanabelagola is ……….. feet.3. Gautama Buddha was bqrn in …….. and in ……4. Gautama Buddha name when born was ………5. Gautama Buddha got married at the age of ………6. Gautama Buddha’s son name was ………7. The tree where Gautama Buddha got enlightenment is named as ……8. According to Gautama Buddha final goal is ………9. The holy books of Buddhism are ……10. ….. and ….. are the important festivals of Hindus. |
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Answer» 1. Tirthankaras 2. 57 3. Lumbini, Nepal 4. Siddhartha 5. 18 6. Rahul 7. Bodhi Vruksha 8. attaining Nirvana 9. Tripitikas 10. Sankranthi, Diwali |
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The religion that started in Arabia A) Christianity B) Islam C) Hindu D) Jainism |
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Answer» Answer is (B) Islam |
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Jesus Christ was born in A) Raj agriha B) Kunda C) Bethlehem D) Pataliputra |
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Answer» (C) Bethlehem |
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“Ten Gurus” are related to which religion? A) Hinduism B) SikhismC) Christianity D) Jainism |
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Answer» Answer is (B) Sikhism |
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It is not a teaching of Jesus Christ. A) We are the children of God B) Lead a pure life without committing sinsC) Love your neighbor as yourself D) All devotees of Muslims attempt a Hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca at least once in their lifetime. |
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Answer» (D) All devotees of Muslims attempt a Hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca at least once in their lifetime. |
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Prepare four slogans to promote religious unity. |
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Answer» 1. No one can win alone, but Unity can. 2 Unity is for you and you for Unity. 3. Let’s run for Unity, let’s run for India. 4. We can change the world through Unity. |
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Who is the head of the Roman Catholic Church? A) Pope B) Archana C) Tirthankara D) Prophet |
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Answer» Answer is (A) Pope |
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What are Tripitikas? |
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Answer» Holy books of Buddhism are known as Tripitikas. They are the collection of Buddha life, teachings, and philosophical discourses. |
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What is the first name of Gautama Buddha? |
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Answer» Siddhartha Gautam is the first name of Gautama Buddha. |
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There are many problems that affect the Indian National Integration at present. What are the reasons for this? How could these be addressed? |
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Answer» Problems that are affecting the National integration are : 1. Casteism: Caste is a significant part of our social framework of Indian society and the difference based on casteism affects National Integration. 2. Communalism: Religious hostility has professed severe challenges to National Integration in India. 3. Linguistic violence: Multi linguism is one of the primary characters in India due to which many residents faced violence. 4. Social and Economic inequalities 5. Regional disparities 6. Extremism All the parts of India have to develop equally in all fields. Oneness feeling is to be created and developed in all the people of India. Then this problem can be solved. |
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A: We think, understand, and communicate with the help of the language.B: Learning became easier with the evolution of language. A) Only A is correct B) Only B is correct C) Both A & B are correct D) Both A & Eyire wrong |
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Answer» C) Both A & B are correct Option C (Both A and B) |
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Choose the correct statement. A: Language is a medium of communication. B: Man is the only living being on the earth who uses language. A) Only A is correct B) Only B is correct C) Both A & B are correct D) Both A & B are wrong |
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Answer» C) Both A & B are correct |
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Choose the correct matching.1) AryabhattiyamA) Valmiki2) Charaka Samhita B) Vedavyasa3) RamayanamC) Aryabhatta4) Mahabharata D) CharakaA) 1 – C, 2 – D, 3 – B, 4 – A. B) 1 – C, 2 – B, 3 – D, 4 – A C) 1 – C, 2 – D, 3 – A, 4 – B D) 1 – C, 2 – A, 3 – D, 4 – B |
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Answer» C) 1 – C, 2 – D, 3 – A, 4 – B |
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What are the official languages of India? |
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Answer» Hindi and English are the official languages of India. |
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How many languages are recognized by the Constitution of India? A) 21 B) 22 C) 23 D) 24 |
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Answer» Answer is (C) 23 |
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Read the paragraph given below and comment on it. '' India is a vast country. It includes the people of many religions, castes, tribes, languages, dance, music, architecture, food, dress, customs, and beliefs. India has the greatest heritage and culture. It is unique. It has a special identity in the world. Traditions differ from one place to another in India. It is a combination of several customs and traditions.'' |
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Answer» India is a unique and vast country. It has a great heritage and culture. It includes people of many religions, customs, and beliefs. India has a special identity in the world. India is a combination of several customs and traditions. |
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