Hinduism Quiz

What is the third largest world religion behind Christianity and Islam?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Judaism

• Sikhism

What percentage of the world population practices Hinduism?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

Which of the following is NOT one of the three most important deities in Hinduism?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Krishna

Which ancient civilization is Hinduism traced back to?

• Mesopotamian

• Indus River Valley

• Egyptian

• Greek

What is the law of cause and effect central to Hinduism called?

• Dharma

• Karma

• Moksha

• Samsara

Which group conquered the Indus civilization around 1500 BCE?

• Greeks

• Romans

• Aryans

• Persians

What is the idea of reincarnation in Hinduism?

• The belief that souls are reborn into a higher or lower caste based on karma.

• The belief that souls are reborn into the same caste regardless of karma.

• The belief that souls are reborn into animals only.

• The belief that souls are reborn into plants.

What do Hindus believe about the paths to salvation?

• There is only one true path to salvation.

• There are multiple valid paths to salvation.

• Salvation is not achievable.

• Salvation is only for priests.

What is the term for worship in Hinduism that includes rituals, chants, and other study?

• Utsava

• Samskara

• Upsana

• Tirthayatra

What do Hindus focus on during their yearly pilgrimage?

• Accumulating wealth.

• Disconnecting from the world and focusing on God and important religious teachings.

• Gaining political power.

• Traveling to different countries.