Day 5 The Spread and Appeal of Buddhism

What role did the Gupta emperors play in the religious dynamics of India?

• They promoted Buddhism

• They supported Brahmin opposition to Buddhism

• They were neutral

• They opposed Hinduism

In which part of India did Buddhism manage to survive despite opposition?

• Southern India

• Western India

• Northeastern India

• Central India

What does Mahayana Buddhism emphasize for its followers?

• Isolation and meditation

• Compassion and community service

• Wealth and prosperity

• Political influence

What distinguishes Theravada Buddhism from other schools?

• Its modernity

• Its strict adherence to original teachings

• Its focus on art

• Its political influence

Which of the following best describes the geographical spread of Theravada Buddhism?

• Predominantly in Western countries

• Concentrated in Southern Asia

• Spread evenly worldwide

• Limited to urban areas

What did Ashoka erect to inscribe his policies?

• Temples

• Stone pillars

• Fortresses

• Palaces

What is a significant architectural feature associated with the Mauryan Empire?

• Wooden temples

• Stone pillars

• Brick fortresses

• Marble palaces

Who was the founder of the Mauryan Empire?

• Ashoka

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Bindusara

• Harsha

Which animal is depicted on the capital of the stone pillars from the Mauryan Empire?

• Elephant

• Lion

• Horse

• Bull

What is the significance of the Sutta in the context of Buddhist teachings?

• It provides rules for monastic life

• It contains sermons of the Buddha

• It offers metaphysical teachings

• It collects sayings of the Buddha