Eastern Philosophy
Explore key ideas from Eastern Philosophy, including major schools from India and East Asia. These quizzes cover core concepts, texts, and thinkers, helping you compare traditions and understand how they approach ethics, mind, and liberation.
Quizzes
Daoism: Dao, wu wei, and ziran
Explore key Daoist ideas through practical, scenario-based questions on Dao, wu wei, and ziran. You’ll connect classic themes from the Daodejing and Zhuangzi to everyday choices, ethics, and self-cultivation. Choose your preferred question count and difficulty, then learn from clear explanations as you go.
Zen Buddhism: koans and practice
Explore Zen Buddhism through koans, core teachings, and lived practice—from zazen and mindfulness to lineage and monastic life. This mixed-difficulty quiz blends classic paradoxes with practical concepts, helping you test understanding without needing prior study. Choose your preferred question count and difficulty, then reflect on what each prompt is really pointing to.
Core ideas in Advaita Vedanta
Explore the core ideas of Advaita Vedanta, from non-duality and Brahman to māyā, ātman, and liberation. This mixed-difficulty quiz checks both key terms and subtle distinctions found in classic teachings. Choose your preferred question count and difficulty, then answer at your own pace.
What you'll find here
- Curated quizzes focused on Eastern Philosophy
- Difficulty spread from easy to hard
- Randomized questions with instant feedback
- Quizzes you can replay and compare on the leaderboard
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Category FAQ
How many quizzes are available?
There are 3 quizzes with 340 questions total.
What topics do the Eastern Philosophy quizzes cover?
They cover core concepts, key terms, and major traditions such as Buddhist and Hindu ideas, plus broader themes like self, suffering, ethics, and liberation.
How are the questions formatted?
Every question is multiple-choice with 4 options, and there is no timer so you can take your time.
Are these quizzes suitable for beginners?
Yes. The set includes a range of difficulty, so you can start with basic definitions and move to more detailed comparisons and concepts.
Do all quizzes have the same length?
No. Quiz lengths vary, letting you choose a shorter practice session or a longer, more comprehensive run.
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What you’ll practice
These Eastern Philosophy quizzes help you review major concepts such as karma, dharma, samsara, nirvana, non-duality, and the nature of self.
You’ll also practice recognizing key terms and comparing how different traditions approach ethics, meditation, knowledge, and liberation.
How the quizzes work
Each question is multiple-choice with 4 options, and there’s no timer, so you can read carefully and learn at your own pace.
Quizzes vary in difficulty and length, so you can start with fundamentals and move toward more detailed questions about doctrines, texts, and debates.
- 4-option multiple-choice questions
- No time limit and no rush
- Mix of definitions, comparisons, and application-style questions
- Difficulty ranges from introductory to more advanced
- Question counts vary by quiz so you can choose a shorter or longer session
Quick context and interesting facts
“Eastern philosophy” is a broad label that includes many distinct traditions; for example, Indian schools often debate the self (ātman) and liberation (moksha), while Chinese traditions frequently focus on harmony, virtue, and social order.
Several classic ideas developed through debate between rival schools—such as Buddhist critiques of a permanent self and later Hindu responses—shaping centuries of philosophy across Asia.