Question

4. Why was buddhism more
popular globally?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Buddhists across Asia are preparing to celebrate the birthday of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as Gautama Buddha and was the founder of Buddhism. The Buddha is believed to have been born roughly 2,500 years ago in what is today Nepal. In Asia, where most Buddhists live, different countries celebrate the occasion on different days, including April 8 in Japan, May 12 in South Korea and May 18 in India and Nepal. The holiday goes by several names, including Buddha Purnima, Vesak, Buddha Jayanti and Ikh Duichen, and is often marked by national holidays, festivals and events at Buddhist temples.

Answer 2

Buddhism earned its place among the population in India because as a religion it offered an alternative to the seemingly unpopular Brahmanical order. The Brahmanical religion entrenched the caste system and exclusivity of religion. ... After he attained this state of enlightenment he became known as Buddha.