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Beliefs and teachings in Hinduism: the four stages of life (Ashramas)
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Question 1 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

What is the correct Sanskrit term for the four stages of life in Hinduism?

  1. Ashramas
  2. Varnas
  3. Dharma
  4. Samsara
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✓ Answer: AAshramas
Ashramas refers specifically to the four stages of life in Hindu tradition. Dharma refers to moral duty or right action. Samsara is the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. Varnas are the four social classes in the caste system.
Question 2 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

Which Ashrama involves a Hindu withdrawing from household responsibilities to focus on spiritual reflection in the forest?

  1. Vanaprastha
  2. Sannyasa
  3. Grihastha
  4. Brahmacharya
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✓ Answer: AVanaprastha
Vanaprastha, meaning 'forest dweller', is the third Ashrama where a Hindu begins to withdraw from household life, often after grandchildren are born, to focus on spiritual matters. Brahmacharya is the student stage. Grihastha is the householder stage. Sannyasa is complete renunciation of worldly life.
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