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This document will help you remember important information about Buddhism and Jainism in a fun and easy way. Inside, you'll find mnemonics—memory tricks—that will make it easier for you to recall key concepts, beliefs, and historical facts related to both religions.

Mnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGL

Whether you're preparing for the SSC CGL exam, a quiz, or simply enhancing your understanding of Buddhism and Jainism, these mnemonics will serve as valuable memory tools. Use them alongside your regular study routine to boost your knowledge and improve your recall.

1. Eight-Fold Path of Buddhism

Mnemonic: Very Tasty Snacks Are Loved, Especially Masala Chai.Mnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGL

Mnemonic Explanation:

  • Very:  Right Vision
  • Tasty: Right Thought
  • Snacks: Right Speech
  • Are: Right Action
  • Loved: Right Livelihood
  • Especially: Right Effort
  • Masala: Right Mindfulness 
  • Chai: Right Concentration 

2. Four Noble Truths 

Mnemonic: Some Cats Eat PizzaMnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGL

Mnemonic Explanation:

  • Some:  Suffering (Dukha)
  • Cats:  Cause of Suffering (Samudaya) 
  • Eat: End of Suffering (Nirodha)
  • Pizza: Path to the End of Suffering (Ashtangika-Marga)
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3. Sects of Buddhism 

Mnemonic: Happy Tigers Make Victory Zones

Mnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGLMnemonic Explanation:

  • Happy: Hinayana (Lesser Vehicle)
  • Tigers: Theravada (Teaching of the Elders)
  • Make: Mahayana (Great Vehicle)
  • Victory: Vajrayana (Diamond Vehicle)
  • Zones: Zen (Chan)
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4. Canonical Texts

 Mnemonic: Sun Very AwesomeMnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGL

Mnemonic Explanation:

  • Sun: Sutta Pitaka
  • Very: Vinay Pitaka
  • Awesome: Abhidhamma Pitaka
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4. Non- Canonical Texts

Mnemonic: My New Dog Very Much Naughty

Mnemonics: Buddhism and Jainism | General Awareness for SSC CGL

Mnemonic Explanation:

  • My: Mahavastu (written in Sanskrit-Prakrit mixed)
  • New: Nidanakatha (the first connected life story of Buddha)
  • Dog: Dipavamsa (Historical and mythical accounts of Buddha’s life, councils, and Asoka's role)
  • Very: Visuddhimagga (Path to purification and enlightenment)
  • Much: Milindapanho (Dialogue between King Milinda and the monk Nagasena on philosophical issues)
  • Naughty: Nettipakarana (The book of guidance, a connected account of Buddha’s teachings)
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1. What are the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?
Ans. The Four Noble Truths are the foundation of Buddhist teachings. They are: 1. The truth of suffering (Dukkha) – Life is filled with suffering and dissatisfaction. 2. The truth of the cause of suffering (Samudaya) – Suffering is caused by craving and attachment. 3. The truth of the cessation of suffering (Nirodha) – It is possible to end suffering by overcoming craving. 4. The truth of the path to the cessation of suffering (Magga) – The Eight-Fold Path offers a way to achieve this cessation.
2. What is the Eight-Fold Path in Buddhism?
Ans. The Eight-Fold Path is a guide to ethical and mental development with the goal of freeing individuals from attachments and delusions; it leads to understanding, and eventually to Nirvana. The eight components are: 1. Right Understanding 2. Right Intent 3. Right Speech 4. Right Action 5. Right Livelihood 6. Right Effort 7. Right Mindfulness 8. Right Concentration.
3. What are the main sects of Buddhism?
Ans. The main sects of Buddhism are Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. - Theravada is considered the oldest form, focusing on the Pali Canon and individual enlightenment. - Mahayana includes various schools such as Zen and Pure Land, emphasizing the role of bodhisattvas and collective salvation. - Vajrayana, often associated with Tibetan Buddhism, incorporates rituals and esoteric practices.
4. What are the canonical texts of Buddhism?
Ans. The canonical texts of Buddhism vary by tradition. In Theravada Buddhism, the Pali Canon (Tipitaka) is the primary scripture, consisting of three "baskets": the Vinaya Pitaka (monastic rules), the Sutta Pitaka (Buddha's discourses), and the Abhidhamma Pitaka (philosophical and doctrinal analysis). Mahayana Buddhism has additional texts, such as the Mahayana Sutras, which include the Heart Sutra and the Lotus Sutra.
5. What are some non-canonical texts in Buddhism?
Ans. Non-canonical texts in Buddhism are writings that do not form part of the official scriptures but are still influential. They include commentaries, philosophical treatises, and historical accounts. Examples include the writings of various Buddhist philosophers like Nagarjuna, the Dhammapada commentary, and the works of contemporary Buddhist teachers that provide insights into Buddhist practice and ethics.
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