Origins of Hinduism

The Indo-Europeans were a group of nomadic peoples who migrated into the Indus River valley. What did they contribute to this region?

• Advanced agricultural techniques

• The Sanskrit language and Vedic culture

• The construction of large cities

• The development of trade routes

The Vedas are ancient sacred texts of India. How were they passed down through generations?

• Written on palm leaves

• Orally through chanting

• Inscribed on stone tablets

• Printed in ancient books

What is the supreme power in Hinduism known as?

• Brahman

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Krishna

Which three gods are part of the Trimurti in Hinduism?

• Indra, Agni, Varuna
• Ganesha, Lakshmi, Durga
• Hanuman, Surya, Parvati
• Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva

What is the cycle of life in Hinduism called?

• Samsara

• Nirvana

• Karma

• Moksha

According to Hindu beliefs, what determines the kind of rebirth a person will experience?

• Karma

• Wealth

• Education

• Social Status

The ultimate goal of Hinduism is:

• Moksha

• Dharma

• Artha

• Kama

In Hinduism, which god is known as the preserver of the universe?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Indra

• Shiva

What is the term for the moral law of cause and effect in Hinduism?

• Dharma

• Samsara

• Moksha

• Karma