These Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) derived from NCERT Books, Ministry of Culture, UPSC Prelims previous year papers, etc. MCQs on Buddhism in India are conceptual as well as factual. These questions-answer will be useful for UPSC, UPPSC, and other Civil Service Prelims Examinations… 1. Why was Buddhism originated ? I. Complex Vedic rituals II. The rigid Caste […]
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Introduction : The Jainism was emerged as one of the most important religious reform movement in India. The Jainism came into prominence in 6th century B.C., when Lord Mahavira propagated the religion. There were 24 Tirthankaras or teachers or Great-learned men in Jain. Mahavira Origin : • Vardhaman Mahavira was the last and 24th Tirthankara.
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Buddhism came up in later Vedic age (around 5 circa B.C.) with simplified way of life. It is originated from the Indian Subcontinent and has now spread to large parts of Southeast Asia. It is the world’s Fourth largest religion after Christianity, Islam and Hinduism. Founder : Siddhartha, who came to know as Gautam Buddha.
