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