Quiz on Buddhist Traditions in Bhutan

What is the origin of Buddhism in Bhutan?

• China

• Tibet

• Nepal

• India

During which century was Buddhism first introduced to Bhutan?

• 5th century

• 7th century

• 11th century

• 9th century

Who heavily influenced Tibetan Buddhism during its early diffusion?

• Dalai Lama

• Shakyamuni

• Buddha

• Guru Rinpoche

Which tradition is known as the Old School of Buddhism?

• Sakya

• Nyingma

• Kadam

• Kagyu

What caused the decline of Buddhism in Tibet in the 11th century?

• Invasion by foreign powers

• Natural disasters

• Political unrest

• Persecution by King Langdarma

Which of the following is NOT one of the four major Buddhist schools that rose in the 11th century?

• Shingon

• Sakya

• Nyingma

• Kadam

What was the state of Bhutan between the 12th and 17th centuries?

• Religious war zone

• Colonized territory

• Fragmented land

• Unified kingdom

Which sub-school is associated with the Nyingma tradition?

• Kathog

• Kagyu

• Drukpa

• Gelug

Which lineage is part of the Kagyu tradition?

• Sakya

• Shingtapa

• Nenyingpa

• Lhapa

Which two traditions had the most profound impact on Bhutanese society?

• Nyingma and Drukpa Kagyu

• Kagyu and Gelug

• Drukpa Kagyu and Sakya

• Nyingma and Kadam