Here’s a simple, self-contained quiz on Antagadā Sūtra (Śvetāmbara Jain text). It’s designed to test basic knowledge and to help you recall key facts. I’ve included answer choices and the correct answers at the end of each question.

1) What is the Antagadā Sūtra primarily concerned with?

• A) The afterlife of gods
• B) The doctrine of non-violence (ahimsa) in daily life
• C) The rules of temple rituals
• D) The stories of Jain Tirthankaras’ childhoods

Correct answer: B

2) In which Jain tradition is the Antagadā Sūtra part of the canonical scriptures?

• A) Digambara
• B) Śvetāmbara
• C) Both Digambara and Śvetāmbara
• D) Neither

Correct answer: B

3) The central theme of Antagadā Sūtra is often described as teaching about:

• A) The true nature of the self (atman)
• B) The principle of non-possessiveness and non-attachment
• C) The rituals for attaining moksha
• D) The biographies of kings and queens

Correct answer: B

4) Antagadā Sūtra is sometimes studied alongside other sūtras in the context of:

• A) Cosmology and time cycles
• B) Ethical conduct and mental discipline
• C) Sanskrit poetry and grammar
• D) Astronomy and astrology

Correct answer: B

5) Which of the following best captures a typical teaching you might encounter in Antagadā Sūtra?

• A) “Control the senses to conquer desire.”
• B) “Hold on to wealth to secure happiness.”
• C) “Only ritual purity matters, not inner purity.”
• D) “Outer appearances are all that matter.”

Correct answer: A

6) How is Antagadā Sūtra commonly used in Jain study?

• A) As a manual for temple construction
• B) As a source for ethical reflection and self-discipline
• C) As a historical diary of kings
• D) As a guide to ritual fasting schedules

Correct answer: B

7) In comparative terms, which of the following is a key distinction often made in Jain discussions about Antagadā Sūtra?

• A) Differences in the number of chapters between Digambara and Śvetāmbara copies
• B) Whether it discusses the planetary positions
• C) Whether it prescribes vegetarian or non-vegetarian diets
• D) Its stance on idol worship

Correct answer: A

8) Which aspect of Jain practice does Antagadā Sūtra most directly support?

• A) External show of piety
• B) Deep inner restraint and self-control
• C) Frequent travel for pilgrimages
• D) Strict monastic hierarchy

Correct answer: B

9) True or False: The Antagadā Sūtra emphasizes the importance of renunciation as an essential path to liberation.

• A) True
• B) False

Correct answer: A (In line with Jain emphasis on detachment and restraint)

10) If you were to compare Antagadā Sūtra with other Jain texts, you would expect it to align most closely with which broader theme?

• A) Cosmos and astronomical calculations
• B) Ethical conduct, restraint, and non-attachment
• C) Mythological battles and miraculous signs
• D) Language and grammar

Correct answer: B

Answers key recap: 1) B 2) B 3) B 4) B 5) A 6) B 7) A 8) B 9) A 10) B

If you’d like, I can tailor the quiz to different difficulty levels (e.g., add more detail on historical context, specific passages, or differences between Digambara and Śvetāmbara readings) or format it as a printable worksheet or a digital quiz with scoring.