- 1. Buddhism in Nepal has a long and rich history, deeply intertwined with the culture and heritage of the country. Nepal is known as the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, and is home to many sacred Buddhist sites such as Lumbini, where Buddha was born. The practice of Buddhism in Nepal encompasses a blend of Tibetan, Newari, and other traditions, with monasteries and stupas scattered throughout the picturesque Himalayan landscape. Monks and practitioners engage in meditation, prayer, and rituals to seek enlightenment and peace. The influence of Buddhism can be seen in various aspects of Nepalese life, from art and architecture to festivals and daily practices, making it an integral part of the country's identity and spiritual fabric.
Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
A) Jesus
B) Confucius
C) Muhammad
D) Siddhartha Gautama
- 2. What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?
A) Hell
B) Purgatory
C) Heaven
D) Nirvana
- 3. What is the holy book of Buddhism?
A) Bible
B) Vedas
C) Tripitaka
D) Quran
- 4. In Buddhism, what is 'Dharma'?
A) A Buddhist deity
B) A type of meditation
C) The teachings of the Buddha
D) A special Buddhist festival
- 5. What is the significance of 'Lumbini' in relation to Buddhism?
A) Land of eternal peace in Buddhist tradition
B) Site of an ancient Buddhist temple
C) Location of the first Buddhist council
D) Birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama
- 6. What is the 'Middle Way' in Buddhism?
A) A meditation technique
B) The path between indulgence and asceticism
C) A type of Buddhist deity
D) A specific Buddhist chant
- 7. What are the 'Three Jewels' in Buddhism?
A) Buddha, Dharma, Sangha
B) Earth, Water, Air
C) Gold, Silver, Bronze
D) Mind, Body, Spirit
- 8. Who are the 'Arhats' in Buddhism?
A) Leaders of a specific Buddhist sect
B) Buddhist priests
C) Enlightened beings who have attained Nirvana
D) Guardian spirits in Buddhist tradition
- 9. What does 'Anicca' mean in Buddhism?
A) Absolute truth
B) Transcendental consciousness
C) Eternal bliss
D) Impermanence
- 10. Who is Avalokiteshvara in Buddhism?
A) Gatekeeper of Buddhist temples
B) Bodhisattva of compassion
C) Creator deity in Buddhist tradition
D) Ancient Buddhist philosopher
- 11. What is the purpose of 'Metta' meditation in Buddhism?
A) Achieving enlightenment
B) Cultivating loving-kindness
C) Contacting spiritual ancestors
D) Developing psychic powers
- 12. What is the term for the Buddhist practice of deep concentration and awareness?
A) Mantra
B) Mudra
C) Vipassana
D) Tantra
- 13. What is 'Dukkha' in Buddhism?
A) Perfect happiness
B) Ultimate truth
C) Suffering or unsatisfactoriness
D) Eternal bliss
- 14. What is a 'Maitreya Buddha' in Buddhism?
A) Guardian deity of Buddhist temples
B) Ancient founder of Buddhism
C) Future Buddha of compassion
D) Supreme deity in Buddhist pantheon
- 15. What is the goal of 'Vipassana' meditation practice in Buddhism?
A) Insight into the nature of reality
B) Achieving psychic powers
C) Physical relaxation
D) Visualizing higher realms
- 16. Who is Prajnaparamita in Buddhism?
A) Gatekeeper deity of Buddhist temples
B) Buddhist pilgrimage site
C) Perfection of wisdom
D) Ancient Buddhist king
- 17. What is the concept of 'Anatta' in Buddhism?
A) Rebirth
B) Immortality
C) No self or soul
D) Eternal existence
- 18. What is the main purpose of 'Dana' in Buddhism?
A) Physical exercise
B) Practice of generosity and giving
C) Reciting mantras
D) Spiritual fasting
- 19. What does 'Samsara' refer to in Buddhism?
A) A type of Buddhist deity
B) A specific Buddhist scripture
C) Cycle of birth, death, and rebirth
D) A sacred meditation mantra
- 20. What is the concept of impermanence in Buddhism known as?
A) Anatta
B) Dukkha
C) Anicca
D) Nirvana
- 21. What is the name of the tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment?
A) Palm Tree
B) Maple Tree
C) Oak Tree
D) Bodhi Tree
- 22. Which of the Five Precepts in Buddhism prohibits killing?
A) Fifth Precept
B) First Precept
C) Third Precept
D) Second Precept
- 23. What is the language in which the Buddhist scriptures were originally written?
A) Tibetan
B) Sanskrit
C) Pali
D) Chinese
- 24. Who was the Buddhist disciple responsible for recording the teachings of Buddha?
A) Sariputta
B) Ananda
C) Moggallana
D) Mahakasyapa
- 25. What term is used to describe the circle of birth, death, and rebirth in Buddhism?
A) Samsara
B) Moksha
C) Nirvana
D) Karma
- 26. Which animal did Buddha ride on to leave his palace for the first time?
A) Lion
B) Elephant
C) Horse
D) Camel
- 27. What is the name of the mountain associated with Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal?
A) Mount Everest
B) Lhotse
C) Mount Kailash
D) Machapuchare
- 28. In Buddhism, what is the term for the principle of cause and effect?
A) Karma
B) Dharma
C) Bodhi
D) Sangha
- 29. What is the Buddhist term for loving-kindness meditation?
A) Vipassana
B) Zen
C) Chanting
D) Metta
- 30. What is the Buddhist concept of 'non-self' known as?
A) Nirvana
B) Anatta
C) Dukkha
D) Anicca
- 31. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal is associated with Buddhism?
A) Pashupatinath Temple
B) Lumbini
C) Mount Everest
D) Durbar Square
- 32. Which symbol represents the Buddhist Eightfold Path?
A) Lotus flower
B) Dharmachakra
C) Om
D) Yin and Yang
- 33. Who is the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and a significant figure in Nepal?
A) Ayatollah
B) Archbishop
C) Dalai Lama
D) Pope
- 34. Which Buddhist mudra (hand gesture) represents meditation and concentration?
A) Abhaya mudra
B) Dhyana mudra
C) Varada mudra
D) Namaskara mudra
- 35. What is the main language of Buddhist scriptures and teachings in Nepal?
A) Hindi
B) Nepali
C) Tibetan
D) Sanskrit
- 36. Who is the Buddhist deity known as the god of wealth and prosperity?
A) Brahma
B) Ganesh
C) Vishnu
D) Kubera
- 37. What is the name of the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal?
A) Lumbini Stupa
B) Swayambhunath Stupa
C) Boudhanath Stupa
D) Namo Buddha Stupa
- 38. Where did Siddhartha Gautama attain enlightenment according to Buddhist tradition?
A) Kushinagar
B) Varanasi
C) Bodh Gaya
D) Lumbini
- 39. What is the name of the sacred scriptures of Theravada Buddhism?
A) Vedas
B) Mahayana Sutras
C) Upanishads
D) Tipitaka
- 40. What is the name of the traditional hand-held bell used in Buddhist rituals in Nepal?
A) Damaru
B) Cymbals
C) Ghanta
D) Shankha
- 41. What is the traditional greeting in Nepali Buddhism that involves placing the palms together in front of the chest?
A) Namaste
B) Salaam
C) Sat Sri Akal
D) Shalom
- 42. Which famous temple in Nepal is dedicated to the deity Manjushri, associated with wisdom?
A) Pashupatinath
B) Boudhanath
C) Swayambhunath
D) Changu Narayan
- 43. What is the term used for the cycles of time and existence in Buddhist cosmology?
A) Theravada
B) Kalachakra
C) Vajrayana
D) Sangha
- 44. Who is the Hindu god of creation associated with the preservation of dharma and depicted with Vishnu in Nepal?
A) Kali
B) Brahma
C) Durga
D) Shiva
- 45. Which Buddhist festival celebrates the cleansing of sins and merit-making in Nepal?
A) Lhosar
B) Maghe Sankranti
C) Indra Jatra
D) Dashain
- 46. Who is the guardian deity of Bhaktapur in Nepal and associated with prosperity and protection?
A) Kartikkeya
B) Hanuman
C) Bhairava
D) Ganesh
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