The Ajivikas were an ancient Indian school of thought or philosophy that emerged around the same time as Buddhism and Jainism, in the 5th century BCE. The founder of the Ajivikas was a man named Makkhali Gosala, who was also known as Gosala Mankhaliputta.
Here are some MCQs on Ajivikas
1. Who founded the Ajivika sect?
A) Mahavira
B) Buddha
C) Gosala Mankhaliputta
D) Adi Shankaracharya
2. Which of the following beliefs is NOT associated with Ajivikas?
A) Everything in the universe is predetermined
B) The soul is eternal and unchanging
C) The world is constantly changing
D) Human beings have no free will
3. What is the literal meaning of the term “Ajivika”?
A) Non-violence
B) Compassion
C) Asceticism
D) Way of life
4. Which of the following was a key teaching of the Ajivikas?
A) The Four Noble Truths
B) The Noble Eightfold Path
C) Karma
D) Niyati (predeterminism)
5. Which of the following was a significant rival to Buddhism in ancient India?
A) Jainism
B) Christianity
C) Islam
D) Ajivikas
