Hinduism: Origins, Beliefs, and Practices

What is the estimated age of Hinduism according to many scholars?

• 3,000 years

• 2,000 years

• 5,000 years

• 4,000 years

Which country has the highest percentage of Hindus?

• Bangladesh

• India

• Nepal

• Sri Lanka

What is the primary sacred text of Hinduism?

• The Tripitaka

• The Vedas

• The Quran

• The Bible

Which of the following is NOT a major sect of Hinduism?

• Shaktism

• Shaivism

• Vaishnavism

• Zen Buddhism

What does the swastika symbol represent in Hinduism?

• Peace

• Destruction

• Good fortune

• War

What is the ultimate goal of life in Hinduism?

• Reincarnation

• Heaven

• Moksha

• Nirvana

Which deity is known as the preserver and protector of the universe?

• Devi

• Shiva

• Vishnu

• Brahma

What is the Hindu term for the continuous cycle of life, death, and reincarnation?

• Moksha

• Dharma

• Karma

• Samsara

Which of the following is considered a sacred animal in Hinduism?

• Elephant

• Cow

• Tiger

• Peacock

What is the Hindu festival of lights called?

• Holi

• Diwali

• Navaratri

• Raksha Bandhan