QUIZ

📝 Quiz: Article 3 – Spiritual Heritage and Religion in Bhutan

Section A: Multiple Choice (1–10)

1. What is recognized as the spiritual heritage of Bhutan?
A. Christianity
B. Islam
C. Buddhism
D. Hinduism

2. What are the core values promoted by Buddhism according to the Constitution?
A. Wealth and power
B. Peace, non-violence, and compassion
C. Political participation
D. Education and discipline

3. Which statement is true about the religious status of Buddhism in Bhutan?
A. It is declared as the state religion.
B. It is one of many national religions.
C. It is promoted by political parties.
D. It is honored as the spiritual heritage.

4. Who has the constitutional role of patron and protector of all religions in Bhutan?
A. The Je Khenpo
B. The Druk Gyalpo
C. The Chief Justice
D. The Prime Minister

5. What does the Constitution say about freedom of religion?
A. Citizens must follow Buddhism.
B. Only two religions are allowed.
C. All people are free to choose their religion or belief.
D. Religious conversion is not allowed.

6. What is the main responsibility of religious institutions in Bhutan?
A. To participate in elections
B. To promote political parties
C. To preserve spiritual heritage
D. To represent the government

7. What is the danger of mixing religion with politics according to Article 3?
A. Economic inflation
B. Lack of education
C. Sectarian conflict and division
D. More religious funding

8. Who recommends the candidate for Je Khenpo?
A. The Cabinet
B. Parliament
C. Five Lopons of the Zhung Dratshang
D. Local religious leaders

9. What type of Buddhism must the Je Khenpo be experienced in?
A. Zen Buddhism
B. Theravada Buddhism
C. Vajrayana Buddhism
D. Mahayana Buddhism

10. Which religious groups receive financial support from the state?
A. Only private monasteries
B. Only Hindu temples
C. The Zhung Dratshang and Rabdeys
D. All religious groups equally

Section B: True or False (11–15)

11. The Bhutanese Constitution allows discrimination based on religion.

12. Religious leaders are allowed to publicly support political parties.

13. The Druk Gyalpo belongs to a political party.

14. The Constitution aims to ensure all religions are treated equally.

15. The Dratshang Lhentshog includes monks from all Buddhist sects.

Section C: Short Answer (16–20)

16. What does the Constitution say about being forced to follow a particular religion?

17. Why is the Druk Gyalpo considered a symbol of unity in religious matters?

18. Name two duties of religious institutions in Bhutan according to Article 3.

19. Why is it important that religious institutions remain above politics?

20. What is the purpose of the Dratshang Lhentshog in Bhutan?