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Question
With reference to Jainism and Buddhism answer the following question:
Give briefly the background of the socio-economic conditions in 6th century BC.
Solution
Monopoly of the priests, expensive rituals, difficult. Sanskrit language and rigid caste system universally affected the life and feelings of the common people. Some kings had also realised certain social evils and so patronised Jainism and Buddhism for better pattern of life and simple rules for spiritual uplift. ‘Ahimsa’ and safety of animals were also preferred by the farmers.
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