History & Civics
Two great religions arose in India in the 6th century BCE. Which of the following correctly describes the reason for the same?
- General public were bored of Hinduism
- Complicated rituals, excessive animal sacrifice and predominance of the Brahmanas led people away to the new religions
- Rising importance of Shudras led people away to new religions
- Both the religions were set up by Kshatriyas, hence those who hated the predominance of Brahmanas gravitated towards the new sects
Jainism & Buddhism
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Complicated rituals, excessive animal sacrifice and predominance of the Brahmanas led people away to the new religions
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