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History GK · Q95

Jainism And Buddhism

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 95

Q95

In what respect did Jainism differ from Buddhism?

A.
In its stress on the doctrine of ahimsa
Answer
B.
In denying the authority of the Vedas
C.
In opposing animal sacrifice
D.
In its attitude towards trade

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Jainism differ from Buddhism Ahimsa in its stress on the doctrine of ahimsa. Ahimsa, (Sanskrit: "noninjury") in the Indian religions of Jainism, Hinduism, and Buddhism, the ethical principle of not causing harm to other living things. In Jainism, ahimsa is the standard by which all actions are judged.