Examine the impact of the Sramana tradition on the Vedic religion and its relation with the emergence of Jainism, Buddhism and Ajivika sects.
Introduction
Sramana tradition refers to movement that emerged in ancient Indian that dealt with philosophy of karma, soul, moksha etc.
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Impact on Vedic religion:
1. Increased equality among castes as now lower castes had an alternative.
2. Vedic religion began to lose followers especially among vaisyaas & kshatriyas
3. Decreased importance of rituals
4. Increased importance of karma & right conduct & faith
5. Many things, sects adopted sramana tradition. eg Ashoka
6. Sramana tradition provided answers to problems of common people unlike vedic puja religion which demanded sacrifices.
These changes forced vedic religion to reform in 2nd to 3rd century AD.
Emergence of Samaan [Jainism], Buddhism & Ajivika sect
- Clearly defines Sramana tradition
- Identifies key impacts on Vedic religion
- Connects to caste equality theme
- Links philosophical concepts appropriately
Hrishikesh Alare
Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Pre Vedic
Sramana tradition and religious movements
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