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• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises the Grade 9 Hindu Religious Education (HRE) Mid Term 2 Exam 2025 with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request.

  The exam paper, titled "HINDU RELIGIOUS EDUCATION," is divided into two sections, A and B. The total time allocated for the paper is 1 hour 30 minutes. The exam is marked out of a total of 100 marks.

  The structure and content of the exam are as follows:

  • SECTION A (20 marks)
    • This section consists of 20 multiple-choice questions, each worth 1 mark.
    • Topics covered include fundamental Hindu concepts such as:
      • Core Beliefs: Brahman (the ultimate reality), Atman (the individual soul/self), Samsara (the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth), Karma (the law of action and consequence), Dharma (righteous conduct, duty, moral order), and Moksha (liberation from Samsara).
      • Sacred Scriptures: Identification of the oldest scriptures (Vedas), the philosophical focus of the Upanishads (relationship between Atman and Brahman), and the epic context of the Bhagavad Gita (part of the Mahabharata).
      • Deities: Roles and attributes of major deities including Lord Brahma (creation), Lord Vishnu (preservation), Lord Shiva (destruction and transformation), and Goddess Lakshmi (wealth and prosperity).
      • Paths to Liberation (Yogas): Understanding Karma Yoga (selfless action), Jnana Yoga (path of knowledge), and Bhakti Yoga (path of devotion).
      • Stages of Life (Ashramas): The first stage, Brahmacharya (studentship).
      • Festivals: Significance and nature of major festivals like Diwali (Festival of Lights) and Holi (Festival of Colours).
      • Ethical Principles: The meaning of Ahimsa (non-violence).
  • SECTION B (80 marks)
    • This section consists of structured and essay-type questions.
    • Understanding Brahman: Attributes of Brahman, its influence on daily life, and reasons for the difficulty in fully describing or understanding it.
    • The Vedas: Identifying the main parts or types of literature within the Vedic scriptures.
    • The Bhagavad Gita: Key concepts discussed and lessons learned from the dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna.
    • Hindu Deities: Qualities and powers of specific deities (e.g., Lord Shiva) and reasons for the worship of various deities.
    • Dharma: Practical examples of fulfilling one's Dharma, particularly in student life.
    • Hindu Epics: Moral values taught in stories from the Ramayana.
    • Goals of Human Life (Purusharthas): Aspects associated with Artha (material prosperity).
    • Hindu Festivals: Various ways in which Hindu festivals are celebrated.
    • The Role of the Guru: Qualities of a true Guru and the importance of a Guru in a Hindu's spiritual journey.
    • Ethical Living: Practical examples of practicing Satya (truthfulness) in daily life.
    • The Law of Karma: Implications of Karma for how a Hindu lives their life.
    • Paths to Moksha: Practices associated with Bhakti Yoga, and how Jnana Yoga, Karma Yoga, and detachment contribute to attaining Moksha.
    • Respect for Life: Ways Hindus demonstrate respect for animals.
    • Hindu Worship (Puja): Identification of items used in Puja (based on a diagram) and explaining the purposes of performing Puja.
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• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 9
• Subject:

  HRE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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