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What were the main teachings of the Mahavira?

Followings are the main teachings of Mahavira:

1. Person who wishes to know the truth must leave his/her home.


2. One must follow the principle of Ahimsa (Non-violence), very strictly.


3. One must not hurt or kill any other living being as life is dear to all.


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Write whether true or false:

(a) The Buddha encouraged animal sacrifices.


(b) Sarnath is important because it was the place where the Buddha taught for the first time.


(c) The Buddha taught that karma has no effect on our lives.


(d) The Buddha attained enlightenment at Bodh Gaya.


(e) Upanishadic thinkers believed that the atman and Brahman were ultimately one.

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What were the questions that Upanishadic thinkers wanted to answer?

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Why do you think Anagha’s mother wanted her to know the story of the Buddha?

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Do you think it would have been easy for slaves to join the Sangha? Give reasons for your answer.