Quiz on Mahayana Buddhism

What does Mahayana Buddhism mean?

• Path of Enlightenment

• Middle Path

• Great Vehicle

• Small Vehicle

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

• Only Siddhartha Gautama is a Buddha

• Buddha Nature is inherent in all people

• Bodhisattvas do not exist

• Nirvana is only for monks

What is the Lotus Sutra known for?

• Being the oldest Buddhist text

• Containing teachings on Buddha Nature

• Focusing solely on monastic life

• Rejecting the concept of Bodhisattvas

Which of the following is NOT one of the three bodies of Buddha in Mahayana Buddhism?

• Dharmakaya

• Bodhisattvakaya

• Nirmanakaya

• Sambhogakaya

What is the primary goal of a Bodhisattva?

• To achieve personal enlightenment

• To assist others in achieving enlightenment

• To become a monk

• To attain wealth and power

Which of the following is a principal Bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?

• Buddha Shakyamuni

• Maitreya

• Ananda

• Siddhartha

What does the term 'Paramitas' refer to?

• The rituals performed in temples

• The perfections to be cultivated

• The teachings of the historical Buddha

• The sacred texts of Mahayana Buddhism

Which sect emphasizes personal salvation without external assistance?

• Socio-political Sect

• Rationalist Sect

• Intuitive Sects

• Pure Land Sect

What is the role of the Dalai Lama in Tibetan Buddhism?

• A political leader of China

• A historical figure with no current relevance

• A prominent spiritual leader and teacher

• A deity worshipped in temples

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

• The establishment of new temples

• The destruction of Buddhist texts and practices

• The promotion of Buddhist teachings

• The unification of all Buddhist sects