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8Shift from folk/prakrit to Sanskrit caused disillusionment in masses.
9Idol worship also started in Buddhism eg: Mahayana had-itarian.
5Corruption in Sangha: Generous royal grants made people greedy & corrupt => moral degradation
6Huns invasion: destroyed monasteries & killed followers.
Impact on Society
Buddhism:
1Showed easy way to Salvation to suffering masses
2Art & Architecture development eg: Ajanta caves, Tripitaka.
Brahminism
3Promoted non-violence:
9Social reforms: All sects of society including women & Shudras were allowed entry
5Liberalized Brahmanism
6Middle path doctrine to live a harmonious life
3Promoted non-violence:
9Social reforms: All sects of society including women & Shudras were allowed entry
5Liberalized Brahmanism
6Middle path doctrine to live a harmonious life
Tamilism:
1Merchant community flourished with increasing trade & Commerce
2Art & Architecture eg: Savannatbpala in Karnataka, Agma Sthapati.
3Paintings: eg: Sri Haraysal Cave by pandyas.
Not only in Ancient India but philosophies of Buddha and Mahavira continue to guide present Consumer society & its people.
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- Clear delineation of causes of decline and impacts
- Organized presentation under Buddhism and Brahminism sections
- References specific architectural examples
- Covers regional variations (Tamilism section)
- Connects ancient philosophies to contemporary relevance
- Provides specific architectural and art examples
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Abhishek Singh
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Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times
Bhakti Sufi
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