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प्रश्न
There are many sources to reconstruct the two great religious movements – Jainism and Buddhism. In this context mention the significance of the following:
The Jataka tales and the Tripitaka.
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उत्तर
The Jataka tales and the Tripitaka. The Jatakas tales written in Pali language refer to the previous birth of Lord Buddha. They also throw light .on the political, economic, and social conditions ranging from fifth to second century BC. The Tripitaka (three baskets or books) is a traditional term used by various Buddhist sects to describe their various covers of scriptures. As the name suggests, a Tripitaka traditionally contains three baskets of teachings.
संबंधित प्रश्न
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Loss of Royal Patronage.
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Split in Buddhism.
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Mention two points of contribution of Jainism to Indian life and thought.
Who was Gautam Buddha? Where was he born?
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With reference to the contribution of Jainism to India culture, describe the following:
Contribution in the Social field
