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Buddhism Important Questions Answers for Competitive Exams | 100+ Most Asked Q&A

Buddhism 🧘‍♂️– 100+ Most Important Q&A Buddhism Important Questions Answers | Sects, Ashoka Children, Tripitaka | Hanuman STUDIES 1. Who founded Buddhism? → Gautama Buddha 2. What was the original name of Buddha? → Siddhartha 3. Where was Buddha born? → Lumbini 4. In which clan was Buddha born? → Shakya clan 5. What was Buddha’s father’s name? → Shuddhodana 6.What was Buddha’s mother’s name? → Maya Devi 7. At what age did Buddha leave home? → 29 years 8. What is the Great Renunciation called? → Mahabhinishkramana 9. Where did Buddha attain enlightenment? → Bodh Gaya 10. Under which tree did Buddha attain enlightenment? → Bodhi Tree 11. What is enlightenment called in Buddhism? → Nirvana 12. Where did Buddha give his first sermon? → Sarnath 13. What is the first sermon called? → Dharmachakra Pravartana 14. Where did Buddha die? → Kushinagar 15. What is Buddha’s death called? → Mahaparinirvana 16. What are the Four Noble Truths about? → Suffering and its end 17. What is the cause ...

Jainism 70 Important Questions and Answers for SSC, UPSC and All Competitive Exams

 Jainism – 70 Important Questions & Answers Jainism 70 Important Questions Answers for Competitive Exams | Hanuman STUDIES 🔹 Basic Concepts Who was the founder of Jainism? 👉 Mahavira Who was the first Tirthankara of Jainism? 👉 Rishabhanatha How many Tirthankaras are there in Jainism? 👉 24 What is the real name of Mahavira? 👉 Vardhamana In which century did Mahavira live? 👉 6th century BCE 🔹 Birth & Life of Mahavira Where was Mahavira born? 👉 Kundagrama (Vaishali) Mahavira was born in which present-day state? 👉 Bihar Name the father of Mahavira. 👉 Siddhartha Name the mother of Mahavira. 👉 Trishala At what age did Mahavira renounce worldly life? 👉 30 years For how many years did Mahavira perform penance? 👉 12 years Where did Mahavira attain enlightenment (Kevalya)? 👉 Jrimbhikagrama What is the meaning of ‘Jina’? 👉 Conqueror Where did Mahavira attain Nirvana? 👉 Pavapuri Mahavira attained Nirvana in which state? 👉 Bihar 🔹 Core P...

Indus Valley Civilization Important Questions and Answers for SSC, UPSC – Harappan Civilization GK 2026

Indus Valley Civilization🏺 – 50 Important Q&A (Exam-Oriented) Indus Valley Civilization Illustration with Harappan Culture, Great Bath and Trade System 🔹 Discovery & Chronology (VERY IMPORTANT) 1. Who discovered Harappa? 👉 Daya Ram Sahni (1921) 2. Who discovered Mohenjo-daro? 👉 R. D. Banerjee (1922) 3. Who gave the name Indus Valley Civilization? 👉 Sir John Marshall 4. What is the time period of the Mature Harappan phase? 👉 2600 BCE – 1900 BCE 5. The Indus Valley Civilization belongs to which age? 👉 Bronze Age 🔹 Important Sites & Features (MOST ASKED) 6. The Great Bath is located at which site? 👉 Mohenjo-daro 7. The Great Granary is found at which site? 👉 Harappa 8. The dockyard of the Indus Valley Civilization is located at which site? 👉 Lothal 9. Fire altars were found at which site? 👉 Kalibangan 10. Which site is famous for water conservation system? 👉 Dholavira 11. Which site is known for bead-making industry? 👉 Chanhudaro 12. Which...

Top 50 Prehistoric Static GK Questions and Answers: Complete Guide to Paleolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic Age 2026

Top 50 Static GK Questions on Prehistoric Times (Stone Age Complete Guide) Top 50 Prehistoric Static GK Questions and Answers – Paleolithic Mesolithic Neolithic Age Guide 🔥 Paleolithic Age (Old Stone Age) 1. What is the meaning of Paleolithic Age? 👉 Old Stone Age 2. Which is the earliest period of human history? 👉 Paleolithic Age 3. Paleolithic humans were mainly: 👉 Hunters and gatherers 4. Fire was discovered during which age? 👉 Paleolithic Age 5. Humans lived in which type of shelters? 👉 Caves and rock shelters 6. Which famous site shows early human life in India? 👉 Bhimbetka Rock Shelters 7. Bhimbetka Rock Shelters are known for: 👉 Prehistoric cave paintings 8. Which river valley is linked with early human settlements? 👉 Narmada River Valley 9. Tools used in Paleolithic Age were made of: 👉 Stone 10. Main occupation of Paleolithic people: 👉 Hunting and gathering 🌿 Mesolithic Age (Middle Stone Age) 11. What does Mesolithic Age mean? 👉 Middle Stone Age 12. Mesolithic Age...

Shaheed Diwas 23 March 2026: History, Significance and Tribute to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev

Shaheed Diwas 2026: Why India Remembers Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev on 23 March Shaheed Diwas 23 March Poster Honoring Bhagat Singh Rajguru Sukhdev | Hanuman Studies Shaheed Diwas is observed every year on 23 March to honour the sacrifice of three great Indian revolutionaries — Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar . Their bravery and sacrifice during India’s freedom struggle continue to inspire millions even today. This day is a tribute to their courage, patriotism, and fearless fight against British rule. History of Shaheed Diwas On 23 March 1931 , Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev were executed by the British government in Lahore jail. They were involved in revolutionary activities aimed at ending British oppression in India. One of the most notable incidents associated with them is the killing of British officer John Saunders in 1928. This act was carried out to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai , who died due to injuries caused during a protest against t...

Socio-Religious Movements and Organisations in India

 Welcome to Hanuman Studies, here are 12 Socio-Religious movements or organisations which happened/founded in India along with their Founder and Founding Year. Socio-Religious Movements in India (Hanuman STUDIES) These points are General Knowledge points which are asked in various competitive exams as various government sectors take tests to hire employee for them. These Socio-Religious movements or organisations are important for various competitive exams. Enjoy reading. हनुमान स्टडीज में आपका स्वागत है, यहां 12 सामाजिक-धार्मिक आंदोलन या संगठन हैं जो अपने संस्थापक और स्थापना वर्ष के साथ भारत में हुए/स्थापित हुए। ये बिंदु सामान्य ज्ञान के बिंदु हैं जो विभिन्न प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं में पूछे जाते हैं क्योंकि विभिन्न सरकारी क्षेत्र अपने लिए कर्मचारी नियुक्त करने के लिए परीक्षण लेते हैं। ये सामाजिक-धार्मिक आंदोलन या संगठन विभिन्न प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं के लिए महत्वपूर्ण हैं। मन लगाकर पढ़ाई करो। Socio-Religious Movements/Organisations in India Names are in the form of: S.no. - Movement/Organ...

NOTES OF NCERT BOOK BASIC FOR GOVT. JOBS (CLASS 6 HISTORY, CHAPTER: 2 FROM HUNTING - GATHERING TO GROWING FOODS)

  NCERT is that book which has been identified as the base for all competitive exams in India and is also full of knowledge for the students of that particular class. In this article we will be discussing the important terms and points from the second chapter of History subject of class 6. Hanuman STUDIES Chapter: 2 (From Hunting - Gathering to Growing Food) 1. Why earlier people on the move? 🔴People who lived two million years ago in subcontinent were hunters and gatherers . The name comes from the way in which they get their food, they hunted animals, caught fish and birds, gathered fruits, roots, nuts, seeds, leaves, stalks and eggs. 🔴These hunters and gatherers moved from place to place and there are many reasons for this. If they had stayed at one for a long time, they would have eaten up all the available plant and animal resources. Therefore, they would have to go elsewhere in search of food. Hunters had to follow the movements of the animals who moved from pla...

NOTES OF NCERT BOOK FROM BASIC FOR UPSC (CLASS 6 HISTORY, CHAPTER: 1 - WHAT, WHERE, HOW AND WHEN?)

  NCERT is that book which has been identified as the base for all competitive exams in India and is also full of knowledge for the students of that particular class. In this article we will be discussing the important terms and points from the first chapter of History subject of class 6. Hanuman STUDIES Chapter: 1 (What, where, how and when?) 1. What History tells us? 🔴History tells us various things like what people ate, the kinds of clothes they wore and even the houses in which they lived. 🔴We can find out about the lives of hunters, herders, farmers, rulers, merchants, priests, crafts persons, artists, musician and scientists. We can also find out about the games children played, the stories they heard, the plays they saw, the songs they sang. 2. Settlement of peoples 🔴Peoples have lived along the bank of Narmada River for several hundred thousand years. Some of the peoples who lived here were skilled gatherers and hunters. They know about the vast wealth of plants in the ...

Indian Polity and Constitution: Evolution of Indian Constitution - 2

  India is a Union of States which is Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic with a parliamentary system of Government. The Constitution distributes the legislative power between Parliament and State Legislatures. Constitution is the fundamental law of a country which establish the fundamental principles on which the government of that country is based. The constitution lays down the framework and principal functions of various organs of the government as well as the method of interaction between the government and its citizens. The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949, but it came into full operation from 26 January 1950. Evolution of Indian Constitution Here evolution of Indian Constitution has been divided into two parts, one part includes all the important acts before 1900 and another part includes acts and reforms after 1900 till independence. To read the first part click here : Evolution of Indian Constitution - 1 Hanuman ...

Indian Polity and Constitution: Evolution of Indian Constitution - 1

  India is a Union of States which is Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic with a parliamentary system of Government. The Constitution distributes the legislative power between Parliament and State Legislatures. Constitution is the fundamental law of a country which establish the fundamental principles on which the government of that country is based. The constitution lays down the framework and principal functions of various organs of the government as well as the method of interaction between the government and its citizens. The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949, but it came into full operation from 26 January 1950. Evolution of Indian Constitution Here evolution of Indian Constitution has been divided into two parts, one part includes all the important acts before 1900 and another part includes acts and reforms after 1900 till independence. Hanuman STUDIES Though the systems of Ancient India have its reflections in the C...