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Question
With reference to the given pictures, answer the following question:
Mention three main teachings of the two religions founded by these preachers.
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Solution
Main teachings of Jainism:
- Ahimsa — Non-violence
- Asateya — not stealing
- Satya — not telling a lie
- Aparigraha — not possessing property
- Brahmacharya — practicing charity.
Main teachings of Buddhism:
The essence of Buddism lies in Four Noble Truths and Eight fold Path which were as follows.
- The world is full of suffering.
- The suffering has a cause.
- Desire is the cause of suffering.
- If desire is stopped, suffering can also be stopped.
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