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4 marksThe Ramayan and Bhagvad Geeta (Hinduism)

CSEC Religious Education · 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 6(a)(ii)

Read the provided background text regarding the singing, history, and community drama of the Ramayan of Tulsidas, then answer the questions.

In which language was the Ramayan first written and what was the reason for rewriting it in Hindi?

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  1. 6(a)(i)a)Based on the information, who brought the Ramcharitmanas and its oral tradition to the Caribbean and when did this happen?[2 marks]
  2. 6(a)(i)b)Based on the information, state THREE examples of how the Ramcharitmanas was communicated to the masses.[3 marks]
  3. 6(a)(iii)What is the style of writing in the Shri Ramcharitmanas?[1 mark]
  4. 6(b)(i)Explain how any TWO teachings of the Bhagvad Geeta might have influenced Gandhi to find comfort there.[6 marks]
  5. 6(b)(ii)Explain how Shabari's waiting for and meeting with Lord Ram demonstrates faith.[6 marks]
  6. 6(c)Your Hindu friend, Ravi, has decided to join the police force, but he is worried about having to kill someone while performing his duties. Ravi is a devout…[10 marks]

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