Hinduism Quiz

The rebirth of the soul into bodily form is called:

Who is the founder of Hinduism?

The end goal of Hinduism where one's soul is united with Brahman.

Religious beliefs including hymns & rituals that Aryans brought with them that became Hinduism.

The name of the lowest group in the caste system that do the dirtiest jobs in society.

When did India split into 2 countries?

For most Hindus their diet does not consist of which of these foods?

Goal of Hinduism that refers to having success in their economic life and material prosperity.

Adds up the positive and negative deeds and there will be consequences for them.

The conclusion of the Vedas that explains how a person can become enlightened is called the:

People that migrated & mixed with natives of India & brought beliefs later called Hinduism?

"Divine law" or the path that a Hindu should take and the duties they are expected to perform.

The life of the Aryans was focused around the ______, or central fireplace.

The supreme God of Hinduism is called:

What is the 2nd leading religion in India?

Which of these is not a Hindu god?

Which group of people were at the head of the caste system in India?

The primary sacred language of Hinduism.

The word ______ is the teacher or master of Hinduism.

Which country ruled India in the 1800's and 1900's?

Where do Hindus worship?

This is the Hindu word for reincarnation.

Where does Hinduism rank as far as largest religions in the United States?

Where does Hinduism rank as far as largest religions in the world?

The Hindu belief in nonviolence because all living things are sacred is called:

Which of these Hindu gods is the Preserver and Protector, and is also known as Krishna?

What animal is most sacred to Hindus?

Hindus meditate, perform devotions, rituals, & the ____ which is a ceremonial dinner for a god.

River sacred to Hindus because they believe it poured from heaven to free the world from sin?

Breathing and meditation exercises that Hindus perform as part of their beliefs.

___ led India to independence & inspired movements for civil rights & freedom across the world.

_______ refers to the belief systems that attribute souls or spirits to animals, plants, etc...

What new country was formed after India split into 2 countries?