Chinmaya Mission
Who is the founder of Chinmaya Mission?
Swami Chinmayananda
What is the name of the sacred text that is a conversation between Arjuna and Krishna on the battlefield?
Bhagavad Gita
Who is the elephant-headed god, often invoked at the beginning of new ventures?
Lord Ganesha
Which Hindu festival celebrates the triumph of light over darkness?
Diwali
Who is the 8th-century philosopher and saint who consolidated Advaita Vedanta?
Adi Shankaracharya
What is the youth wing of Chinmaya Mission called?
CHYK
Which ancient Hindu scriptures are known as the "Books of Knowledge"?
The vedas
Who is known as the goddess of learning, music, and arts in Hinduism?
Goddess Saraswathi
What festival marks the birthday of Lord Krishna, celebrated with great devotion?
Janmashtami
Who is the current global head of Chinmaya Mission, known for his modern approach to teaching Vedanta and conducting global spiritual camps?
Swami Swaroopananda
What program by Chinmaya Mission focuses on teaching values to children?
Balavihar
Name the epic that tells the story of Lord Rama, Sita, and Hanuman.
Ramayana
Which deity is considered the god of destruction and transformation?
Lord Shiva
During which festival do people fast and perform nine days of worship to honor Goddess Durga?
Navaratri
How many chapters and verses does the Bhagavad Gita have?
18 chapters and 700 verses.
What annual camp, organized by Chinmaya Mission, focuses on guiding youth in spiritual growth and self-development?
What are the three Gunas or qualities of nature described in Hindu philosophy?
Sattva, Rajas, Tamas
Which avatar of Vishnu is known for delivering the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita?
Lord Krishna
what is the name of the festival celebrating the birth of the Hindu god of wisdom and prosperity?
Ganesh Chaturthi
What is the Hindu festival dedicated to brothers and sisters, where sisters tie a protective thread around their brothers' wrists?
Raksha Bandhan.
What is the name of the series of talks and discourses given by Swami Chinmayananda that were later published as books?
Jnana Yagnas
Which ancient text is considered the longest epic poem in the world, detailing the Kurukshetra War and the fate of the Kauravas and Pandavas?
The Mahabharata
Who is the warrior goddess known for her victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura?
Goddess Durga
Which harvest festival, celebrated primarily in Tamil Nadu, honors the Sun God and marks the beginning of the farming season?
Pongal
What is the title of Swami Chinmayananda’s biography, detailing his life, teachings, and the founding of Chinmaya Mission?
Journey of a Master