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Question
What impact did Buddhism have on: India’s Religion.
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Solution
On the basis of the given hints, Buddhism had a significant impact in this field explained below:
India’s Religion:
The practical and simple doctrines left a deep impression on Hinduism. It won the hearts of many, with its simple doctrines, which were easy to understand and follow. The principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) got very popular among the Hindus. The Hindus gradually started avoiding costlier religious ceremonies like sacrifices and Yajnas. The Mahavanists started the cult of worshiping Buddha and Bodhisattvas, making idols and erecting temples in their honor. Imitating them, the Hindus too followed the practice of Buddhists and built beautiful temples to worship their Gods and Goddesses.
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