HISTORY
JAINISM
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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1 only
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2 and 3
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Both 1 and 2
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1, 2 and 3
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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is option 2. Buddhism advocated a middle path that is the avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment. Buddhism and Jainism rejected the notion of grand rituals along with the authority of the Vedas and the priestly class.
Detailed explanation-2: -Both Buddhism and Jainism give importance to the principles of Karma, Ahimsa and Atheism. But unlike Jainism, Buddhism was more lenient in matters related to observance of Asceticism for attaining Moksha.
Detailed explanation-3: -Buddhism and Jainism, though they did not attack the caste system directly, were nevertheless opposed to it and can, to that extent, be described as non-caste movements. They provided an opportunity to the lower caste to opt out of their caste by joining a non-caste sect.
Detailed explanation-4: -Buddhism is a polytheistic religion and it’s main goal is to gain enlightenment. The four main teachings of Jainism are non-attachment, non-violence, self-discipline and accepting that the truth has many aspects and sides. Both preached Satya, Ahimsa, Brahmacharya and detachment from material comforts.