plumiBuddhism and the challenge of secularisation: AQA A‑Level Religious Studies questions
Every AQA A-Level Religious Studies exam question on A.8 Buddhism and the challenge of secularisation, 2020–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.
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All 5 questions on Buddhism and the challenge of secularisation, as a list
- June 2025, Paper 2A, Q02.2 (15 marks): ‘Buddhism is no longer a source of truth and moral values.’ Evaluate this claim.
- June 2024, Paper 2A, Q02.1 (10 marks): Examine how Buddhist liberationist approaches influence society today.
- June 2023, Paper 2A, Q02.1 (10 marks): Examine how Buddhism responds to materialistic secular values.
- June 2022, Paper 2A, Q02.1 (10 marks): Examine the significant ideas of Stephen Batchelor and David Brazier about the nature of Buddhism.
- November 2020, Paper 2A, Q01.2 (15 marks): ‘Wealth and possessions are of little value for Buddhists.’ Evaluate this claim.
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