11. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Ajivika sect?
A) Fatalism
B) Materialism
C) Predeterminism
D) Belief in the existence of a permanent self
12. Which of the following was a significant difference between the Ajivika and the Samkhya schools of Indian philosophy?
A) The Ajivikas believed in the existence of a permanent self, while the Samkhyas did not
B) The Ajivikas believed in predeterminism, while the Samkhyas did not
C) The Ajivikas were opposed to asceticism, while the Samkhyas emphasized it
D) The Ajivikas were opposed to yoga, while the Samkhyas emphasized it
13. What was the Ajivika belief about the nature of the universe?
A) The universe is eternal and unchanging
B) The universe is constantly changing
C) The universe is illusory and unreal
D) The universe is created and sustained by a single, all-powerful creator god
14. Which of the following was a significant difference between the Ajivika and the Jain schools of Indian philosophy?
A) The Ajivikas believed in the existence of a permanent self, while the Jains did not
B) The Ajivikas were opposed to asceticism, while the Jains emphasized it
C) The Ajivikas were opposed to non-violence, while the Jains emphasized it
D) The Ajivikas believed in predeterminism, while the Jains did not
15. What was the main focus of Ajivika asceticism?
A) Self-mortification and extreme austerity
B) Study of scriptures and meditation
C) Charitable giving and community service
D) Renunciation of worldly goods and pleasures
