Swami Vivekananda Quiz January 1, 2021 By VivekaVani Welcome to your Swami Vivekananda Quiz Name Phone Number 1. According to Swami Vivekananda, what should we seek? Eastern science coupled with Western religion Western science coupled with Vedanta Western science coupled with Eastern science Eastern religion coupled with Western religion 2. "If you want to know India, study Vivekananda. In him everything is positive and nothing negative". Who said this? Subash Chandra Bose Rabindranath Tagore Romain Rolland Aldous Huxley 3. Swami Vivekananda’s mother made religious offerings to which deity in Varanasi, wishing that a son be born to her? Vireswara Shiva Gaya Vishnu KashiVishwanath Kashi Annapurna c] Gaya 4. Who said Swami Vivekanada is "the maker of modern India"? Shubhash Chandra Bose Jawahar Lal Nehru Rajendra Prasad Mahatma Gandhi 5. Name the special train launched by the Indian Railways to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda and create awareness among the masses about his thoughts and philosophy Yoga Express Vivek Express Vedanta Express Vivekananda Express 6. In his concluding speech at the Parliament of Religions, Swamiji said that “upon the banner of every religion will soon be written, in spite of resistance”: assimilation and not destruction help and not fight harmony and peace, and not dissension All of these. 7. Who inspired Narendra to visit Sri Ramakrishna? Surendra Nath Mitra Ramachandra Datta William Hastie Rabindranath Tagore 8. Ekanathji Ranade founded Hindu spiritual organisation based on theprinciples preached by Swami Vivekananda. What is it? Vivekananda Educational Society Vivekananda Kendra Vivekanda Mission Swami Vivekananda Youth Association 9. What would young Naren call himself while playing with his friends? Swamiji Bileh Young Mr. Dutta Samrat, the King of kings 10. World's Parliament of Religions was held in Chicago in the year 1893 1886 1883 1895 11. Swami Vivekananda’s first interaction with Sri Ramakrishna at the house of a neighbour left him fully satisfied. left him disenchanted. transformed his life. made no particular impression on him. 12. When did Naredndra met Sri Ramakrishna for the first time? 1984 1982 1893 1981 13. Who is known for the six-volume work on Swami Vivekananda title "Swami Vivekananda in the West: New Discoveries"? Romain Roland Immanuel Kant Sister Gargi Sister Nivedita 14. JJ Goodwin was a court-stenographer, engaged to put down every word of Swami Vivekananda’s talks. He was very expensive. Yet after one week, he refused any money. Why? He said, “If Vivekananda gives his life, the least I can do is to give my service.” He said, “Of what use is my talent if it can be put to use only for money.” The people working with Swami Vivekananda said “There are not enough funds for the work. Will you consider this as charity?” Because Swamiji told him: “You are a noble person. Why not dedicate yourself to good work?” 15. When Swamiji’s family was going through a difficult time, he prayed for _________________ to Mother Kali Knowledge and devotion Wealth to alleviate poverty and distress of his family members Spiritual bliss and liberation Personal fulfillment 16. At the Parliament of Religions, Swami Vivekananda’s speeches were kept at the end of the day by the organizers because his speeches always summarized every speaker’s speech. his speeches were too long. he was from India and not America. people would stay till the end to hear him. 17. In which city did Vivekānanda found the first US Vedānta Society in January 1896? San Francisco Boston Chicago New York 18. Disgruntled with his father, Narendranath once asked him, “What have you done for me?” What did his father say in reply? May no other father face such a question Go look at yourself in the mirror Be grateful all your life for what you have Be you always a man, my son 19. Swamiji was given to fits of temper as a child, and his mother found a strange remedy for it. What was it? Place him near the idol of Lord Shiva and sprinkle him with holy water. Pour water on his head while chanting Shiva’s name. Tie a holy thread on his hand and feed him with butter and cold milk. Give him a cold water bath and wrap him in a sacred cloth. 20. After his visit to Kanyakumari, Swamiji meditated on a rock, off the South coast of India,to be able to overcome the distress experienced by witnessing the poverty and misery in India. understand the causes of India’s downfall and seek the means for her resurrection. attain the highest spiritual experience of Nirvikalpa Samadhi see a vision of God. 21. One evening young Naren ventured into a grove of banana trees to meditate, expecting which God / Goddess to appear there? Hanuman Shiva Kali Ram 22. Which city did Vivekānanda travel to in 1893 to attend the World Parliament of Religions? Chicago London New York Paris 23. What happened because of Swami Vivekananda’s triumphal march through South India, especially the lectures he delivered in Madras? It aroused the latent energy of the Indian nation. It raised money for his trip to the West It inspired people to be more religious. It inspired people to join the Ramakrishna Math & Mission. 24. During 1888-1893 Swami Vivekananda travelled throughout India. Three things were his only companion. Kamandal, Bhagavad Gita and ________. Ashesh of Sri Ramakrishna's remains His Mother's Shawl A trishul (trident) The Book "Imitation of Christ" 25. What was Swami Vivekananda’s purpose in meeting Princes and Dewans? To build a wide set of followers. To influence them and through them ensure the welfare and prosperity of the common man. To teach science and religion to the rulers of the country. To spread the teachings of his Master 26. Which was Narendranath's first destination in 1891 when he left the monastery as a wandering monk Gaya Varanasi Vrindavan Himalayas 27. In 1893 on his way to Canada from Japan to Canada, Swami Vivekananda met Jamshedji Tata on a ship named Empress. On Swami Vivekananda's encouragement to establish a world class institution, Jamshedji setup a world renowned institution. Which one? Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Indian Institute of Science Tata Steel Tata Motors 28. Margaret Noble, a disciple of Swami Vivekananda is well known as Gauri-ma Sarada Devi Sister Nivedita Golap-ma 29. Sri Ramakrishna said, “if Keshab is possessed of one sign of greatness which has made him famous, Naren has _______ such signs to the fullest degree.” 108 18 1000 7 30. What was the question Vivekananda asked to Sri Ramakrishna at their first meeting? Is there a God? Do you think God exists? Have you seen God? Do you believe in God? 31. “The Master as I saw him” was written by? Sister Josephine Macleod Swami Vivekananda Sister Nivedita Swami Yogananda 32. Where is the Swami Vivekanand Airport situated? Jaipur Kolkata New Delhi Raipur 33. A street in USA has been named after Swami Vivekananda as ‘Honorary Swami Vivekananda Way’. Name the city London Boston New York Chicago 34. What was the name of Swami Vivekananda’s sister? Sister Gargi Parama Devi Swarnamayi Devi Sister Nivedita 35. Which of these ideas did Swami Vivekananda espouse all through his life? Living a life of integrity Never to live a life of secrecy Have faith in yourself All of these. 36. When Naren was not getting a job and went through many struggles in his life, what did he do? He sat down brooding over and analyzed why life had taken such a difficult turn. He had faith in himself and found the strength to carry on. He gave up and wanted to end his life. He prayed to God for a miracle. 37. Who was Swamiji referring to when he said this? “Who was there ever like Him? – the Lord, who never performed one action for Himself – with a heart that embraced the whole world! So full of pity, that He – prince and monk – would give His life to save a little goat! So loving that He sacrificed himself to the hunger of a tigress!” Gautam Buddha Sri Ramakrishna Sri Rama Sri Krishna 38. Who was the founder of the Metropolitan Institution where Narendra Studied? Madan Mohan Malavya Keshab Chandra Sen Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray 39. What profession did Vivekānanda train in before discovering Ramakrishna's teachings? Teaching Law Medicine Government Service 40. What happened when Swami Vivekananda returned from the West the second time, on December 9, 1900? Sri Ramakrishna’s birthday celebrations were going on. There was a public lecture planned without his knowledge. The entire monastery was decorated for his welcome. The man at the gate did not let him in because it was late night, and he did not recognize Swami Vivekananda in his Western clothes. 41. Who gave the name Vivekananda to Swami Vivekananda? Alasinga Perumal K Sheshadri Iyer Ajith Singh of Khetri Bala Gangadhar Tilak 42. Where did Sister Nivedita first meet Swami Vivekananda? Chicago Boston London New York 43. What was Swami Vivekananda's nickname at home Khoka Biley Hari Babu 44. What was the name Vivekananda's mother? Sister Nivedita Swarnamayee Devi Bhuvaneswari Devi Raghumani Basu 45. The Head Quarters of Ramakrishna Mission is at Ramakrishna Math, Narendrapur Ramakrishna Math, Cossipore Ramakrishna Math, Rajarhat Belur Math, Kolkata 46. In 1896 Swami Vivekananda started a monthly journal, which would become the voice of the Ramakrishna movement. What was it called? Udbodhan Brahmavadin Vedanta Kesari Prabuddha Bharata 47. What was Swami Vivekananda s pre-monastic name? Bhupendranath Dutta Vishnunath Dutta Mahendranath Dutta Narendranath Dutta 48. In 1899 Swami Vivekananda started a Bengali journal to carry forward the ideas propounded by the Ramakrishna Mission. It was called - Brahmavadin Udbodhan Vedanta Kesari Prabuddha Bharata 49. Which of these adjectives has been most widely used to describe Swami Vivekananda? Vedantic Scientist Mahatma of the masses Punditji Shaheed Bhagat 50. Swami Vivekananda was born in Kolkata on 12th Jan 1863. His birthday in India is celebrated as _______________ National Day of Service National Spiritual Day National Meditation Day National Youth Day 51. In 1898, while at Almora, Swamiji received the news of the sad demise of three persons he loved very much. Who were they? Mr. Hale, Maharaja Ajit Singh, and Swami Abhedananda Mrs. Seviers, Sister Nivedita and Haribhai Mr. Goodwin, Saint Pavahari Baba, and Rajam Aiyar Miss Macleod, Swami Premananda and Sri Sarada Devi 52. Before Narendranath became a disciple of Sri Ramakrishna, he followed the socio-religious BrahmoSamaj as _____________. he had ambitions of one day becoming the leader of the BrahmoSamaj. it believed in a formless God,condemned the worship of idols, and addressed various forms of social reform. it served as a platform to make friends with prominent religious leaders it aimed to seek the revival of ancient customs and traditions. 53. Who spearheaded the building of the Vivekananda Memorial at Kanyakumari? Shri M. Bhaktavastalam Eknath Ranade Neelam Sanjeev Reddy Lal Bahadur Shastry 54. Who said about Swami Vivekananda "Vivekananda saved Hinduism, saved India". Subhash Chandra Bose C Rajagopalachari Mahatma Gandhi Rabindranath Tagore 55. Which were the two religious practices that the agnostic young Narendra instinctively accepted as absolutely necessary for the seeker of truth? Continence and Meditation Animal Sacrifice and Meditation Meditation and Mantra Chanting Worship and Fasting 56. Who was the rst woman initiated into Vivekananda's mission? Sister Gargi Kripananada Sister Nivedita Abhyananda 57. In which sport wasNaren said to have won the first prize? Football Wrestling Athletics Cycling