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    What is Atman?

    Represents the true self within each individual.

    What is Brahman?

    The spiritual essence that underlies the universe.

    How does Atman relate to Brahman?

    They are considered identical in Hindu philosophy.

    What is Samsara?

    The continuous cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

    What does Karma signify?

    Actions influence future experiences and lives.

    What is Moksha?

    The ultimate goal of liberation from the cycle of Samsara.

    What does Dharma represent?

    Moral duties based on one's societal role.

    What are The Vedas?

    The oldest sacred texts in Hinduism.

    What are The Upanishads?

    Philosophical texts discussing core Hindu concepts.

    What is Yoga in Hinduism?

    Practices aimed at achieving spiritual liberation.

    What is the Caste System?

    A hierarchical social structure based on birth.

    Who are Brahmins?

    The highest caste, consisting of priests and scholars.

    What role do Kshatriyas play?

    They are the warriors and rulers in society.

    What do Vaishyas do?

    They are involved in trade and agriculture.

    Who are Shudras?

    The laborers and service providers in society.

    What is The Trimurti?

    The trio of principal deities in Hinduism.

    What does Brahma represent?

    The creator aspect of the divine.

    What is Vishnu known for?

    His role as the preserver of the universe.

    What does Shiva symbolize?

    Destruction and transformation in the cycle of life.

    Who is Ganesha?

    The deity known for removing obstacles.

    Who was Hussain?

    The grandson of Prophet Muhammad, martyred at Karbala.

    What was the Battle of Karbala?

    A pivotal event where Hussain and his followers were killed.

    Who was Yazid?

    The caliph Hussain refused to support.

    Who was Hasan?

    Hussain's older brother and the second Imam.

    What role did Zaynab play?

    She defended Hussain's family after the battle.

    Who was Ubaydullah ibn Ziyad?

    The governor who opposed Hussain's cause.

    What did Shimr do?

    He was a general involved in Hussain's death.

    Who was Hurr?

    A commander who switched sides to support Hussain.

    Who was Ali Akbar?

    Hussain's son who died in the battle.

    What happened to Qasim?

    He was killed while fighting for Hussain.

    Who was Muslim ibn Aqeel?

    Hussain's cousin who was betrayed in Kufa.

    What is Kufa's significance?

    The city that invited but later abandoned Hussain.

    What is an Imam?

    A spiritual leader, especially in Shia Islam.

    Who is the 12th Imam?

    Believed to be the Hidden Imam who will return.

    What is Ashura?

    A day commemorating Hussain's martyrdom.

    What defines a Martyr?

    Someone who sacrifices their life for beliefs.

    What is a Caliph?

    The political and religious leader of Muslims.

    What is the Sunni vs Shia Split?

    A division over rightful leadership after Muhammad.

    Who was Ayatollah Khomeini?

    A key figure in the 1979 Iranian Revolution.

    What happened during the 1979 Iranian Revolution?

    The Shah was overthrown, establishing an Islamic republic.