With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
- Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment
- Indifference to the authority of the Vedas
- Denial of the efficacy of rituals
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Detailed Explanation:
❌ Statement 1 – Incorrect: Buddhism advocated the Middle Path (Madhyama Marga) avoiding extremes of luxury and penance, but Jainism emphasized extreme asceticism and severe penance for spiritual liberation.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Both Buddhism and Jainism rejected the authority of the Vedas and did not consider them as ultimate religious texts, marking them as heterodox (Nastika) traditions.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Both traditions denied the efficacy of Vedic rituals and sacrifices (yajnas), emphasizing instead personal ethical conduct, right knowledge, and mental discipline for attaining liberation.
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Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?
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