Question

Analyse the commonalities and differences between heterodox religions and Vedic religion.

Answer 1

Heterodox religions and Vedic religion commonalities:
Hinduism is a way of life, while heterodox religions like Buddhism and Jainism advocate a way of life. All the religions doctrines are codified into texts to be followed by their devotees and practitioners. All these religions share key concepts, which one interpreted differently by different individuals.

Heterodox religions	Vedic religion
No rituals	Rituals and practices had become elaborate and expensive.
Ahimsa was preached.	Animal sacrifice existed.
Alternative basis of social order propagated.	Birth based social status was prevalent.