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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In our G.R.A.P.E.S. chart, Daoism (Taoism) and Confucianism would go under what category?
A
Religion
B
Economics
C
Geography
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion that instructs believers on how to exist in harmony with the universe.

Detailed explanation-2: -As Buddhism became more prevalent, its concepts merged with Taoist and Confucian ideas to become the basis of ancient Chinese society and government. Its influence is seen in Chinese art, architecture, and literature.

Detailed explanation-3: -Confucianism is often characterized as a system of social and ethical philosophy rather than a religion. In fact, Confucianism built on an ancient religious foundation to establish the social values, institutions, and transcendent ideals of traditional Chinese society.

Detailed explanation-4: -In fact, Confucianism and Daoism are often considered religions; however, they are also philosophies. These systems of thought call into question the strong distinction between religion and philosophy, and they could be characterized as one or the other depending on what practices are being followed.

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