Adi Shankaracharya Quiz

1. In which century did Adi Shankaracharya live?

8th century
9th century
10th century
11th century

2. What was Adi Shankaracharya's birthplace?

Tiruvannamalai
Kanchipuram
Kumbakonam
Kaladi

3. Which of the following philosophical schools did Adi Shankaracharya establish and propagate?

Dvaita Vedanta
Vishishtadvaita Vedanta
Advaita Vedanta
Buddhism

4. How old was Adi Shankaracharya when he left his home to become a wandering ascetic?

8 years old
12 years old
16 years old
20 years old

5. Which famous text did Adi Shankaracharya write to summarize and explain Advaita Vedanta philosophy?

Vivekachudamani
Atma Bodha
Tattva Bodha
Dasashloki

6. Which temple did Adi Shankaracharya establish in Badrinath?

Badrinath Temple
Kedarnath Temple
Yamunotri Temple
Gangotri Temple

7. Which river did Adi Shankaracharya cross to reach the Sringeri matha in Karnataka?

Narmada River
Bhavani River
Cauvery River
Tunga River

8. What is the name of Adi Shankaracharya's commentary on the Brahma Sutras?

Chandogya Upanishad Bhashya
Bhagavad Gita Bhashya
Brahma Sutra Bhashya
Katha Upanishad Bhashya

9. Which Hindu scripture did Adi Shankaracharya write a commentary on emphasizing the importance of devotion and surrender to God?

Shiva Sutras
Bhagavad Gita
Vishnu Sahasranama
Devi Mahatmyam

10. Which famous poetry did Adi Shankaracharya compose which is believed to have resulted in the shower of golden flowers on the goddess's idol?

Brahma Sutra
Kanchi Strotram
Kanakadhara Stotram
Chandogya Strotram

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