Question
Download Solution PDFWho established Ajivika Sampraday?
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is option 1.
Key Points
- Ajivika Sampraday was an ancient ascetic sect in India that arose around the same time as Jainism and Buddhism. Hence, option 1 is correct.
- It was founded by Makhali Goshal (also known as Maskarin Gośāla) in the 6th century BCE.
- Philosophy:
- Strongly believed in Niyati (destiny or determinism).
- Denied the role of individual effort or karma in shaping one’s future.
- Rejected free will and preached that everything is preordained.
- Contemporaries:
- Makhali Goshal was a contemporary of Mahavira (Jainism) and Gautama Buddha (Buddhism).
- Initially associated with Mahavira, but later separated and founded his own sect.
- Decline:
- Though once influential, especially under Emperor Ashoka's early reign, the sect eventually declined and disappeared.
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