Hinduism 1
Which country has the most followers of Hinduism?
India
How many people follow Hinduism?
+- 100 million for correct answer
1.1 - 1.2 billion
Who is the founder of Hinduism?
Unknown
Where do Hindus worship?
In temples
What form of exercise originates in Hinduism
Yoga
What is the holy book of Hinduism?
The Vedas
What is the symbol of Hinduism? (hint: what is the sound it makes)
Om / Aum
How many Vedas are there?
4
Who is at the top of the hierarchy in the caste system?
Priests
What is the belief that good actions lead to positive consequences, while bad actions lead to negative consequences?
Karma
What happens after someone dies, according to Hinduism?
Reincarnation
Who is third from the top in the caste system? Name at least one group of people.
Merchants, craftsmen, landowners, skilled workers
Diwali
What are some values that Hinduism promotes? Name at least one
Honesty, patience, self-restraint, not harming others, compassion
Who is second from the top in the caste system?
Kings/rulers and warriors
Who is the supreme god in Hinduism?
Brahman
How long ago did Hinduism begin?
+- 1000 years for correct answer
Over 4000 years ago
The Vedas are written in which language?
Hint: starts with 'S'
Sanskrit
Who is the fourth level of the caste system? Name at least one group of people
Farm workers, unskilled workers, servants
Who is below the four levels of the caste system?
Untouchables
Where did Hinduism originate?
The Indus Valley (Pakistan/India)
Which Hindu festival is in spring?
Holi / colour festival
What were the jobs of the untouchables?
Street sweepers, clean up human/animal waste, deal with dead bodies
Who were Hindus traditionally allowed to marry?
From which country did India gain independence
British (England/UK) in 1947