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