Question 9DiscussGS1GS1
Discuss the contribution of Jainism and Buddhism to Indian culture.
Introduction
Jainism and Buddhism emerged as two religious folds in Indian culture, during the 8th century BC. in the Maalavanapad age.
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Main Body
Jainism and Buddhism emerged as two religious folds in Indian culture, during the 8th century BC. in the Maalavanapad age.
factors leading to rise
1Brahmanical orthodoxy" - eg: - reserving and sacred text for Brahmans, as meaning supreme of priest, sacrifice as means to gain prosperity.
and sacred text for Brahmans, as meaning supreme of priest, sacrifice as means to gain prosperity.
2Rise of economic status - eg: - amongst Vaishyas who then began to demand equal respect and show Brahmanical control over them.
3Need of time - for many due to their trade related travels it was not possible to follow prescribed Hindu practices and thus they adopted different religions. eg: -
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DIKSHA JOSHI
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Topic
Indian Culture
Jainism and Buddhism
Contribution to culture
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