Quiz on Mahayana Buddhism

What does Mahayana Buddhism mean?

• Path of Enlightenment

• Great Vehicle

• Middle Path

• Small Vehicle

Which of the following is a key concept in Mahayana Buddhism?

• Bodhisattvas do not exist

• Buddha Nature is inherent in all people

• Only Siddhartha Gautama is a Buddha

• Nirvana is only for monks

What is the Lotus Sutra known for?

• Being the oldest Buddhist text

• Rejecting the concept of enlightenment

• Containing teachings on Buddha Nature

• Focusing solely on monastic life

Which body of Buddha represents perfect enlightenment?

• Sambhogakaya

• Bodhisattva

• Nirmanakaya

• Dharmakaya

What is the primary goal of a Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?

• To become a monk

• To assist others in achieving enlightenment

• To renounce all worldly possessions

• To achieve personal nirvana

Which of the following is NOT one of the 10 Bhumis?

• Ultimate Truth

• Immovable

• Radiant

• Perfect Joy

What is the significance of the term 'Paramitas'?

• They represent the perfections to achieve liberation

• They are the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama

• They are rituals performed in temples

• They are the names of the Bodhisattvas

Which sect emphasizes personal salvation without external assistance?

• Rationalist Sect

• Intuitive Sects

• Pure Land Sect

• Socio-political Sect

Who is considered the most prominent figure in Tibetan Buddhism?

• Bodhidharma

• Avalokiteshvara

• Maitreya

• Dalai Lama

What was a significant event during Mao Zedong's Cultural Revolution?

• The creation of new Buddhist texts

• The establishment of Mahayana temples

• The destruction of Tibetan Buddhism

• The spread of Buddhism in Tibet