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प्रश्न
Highlight the steps taken by Ashoka to spread Buddhism.
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उत्तर
- Ashoka became an ardent Buddhist after meeting the Buddhist monk Upagupta and propounded his Dharma.
- Ashoka’s passion for protecting life extended to animals as well.
- Hospitals were constructed for them and animal sacrifice was forbidden.
- Ashoka sent his son Mahendra and his daughter Sangamithra, to Ceylon to spread his message of Dharma there.
- Our National emblem with four lions is a replica of the Ashoka pillar of Saranath.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention the reason why the teachings of Buddha were called the ‘Middle Path’.
With reference to the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, explain the following:
What views did Buddha hold regarding:
- Karma Theory
- Nirvana
- Existence of God; and
- Ahimsa
With reference to the spread and growth of Buddhism, explain the role of the following:
The Buddhist Sangha.
Give a brief account of the life of Lord Mahavira. With reference to his teachings explains: Principle of Ahimsa.
Give a brief account of the life of Lord Mahavira. With reference to his teachings explains: Equality of all Human beings.
Answer all the questions given under caption.
Jainism.
- When was Mahavira born?
- Mention the three principles of Jainism.
- Name the rulers who patronised Jainism.
- What are the two branches of Jainism?
Mahavira was born at _____ near Vaishali.
The statue of Babubali is known as ______.
Explain the terms
- Digambaras
- Svetambaras.
Bring out the impact of Buddhism on Modern India.
