Question

How did language and agricultural economy become a major cause for spread of Jainism and Buddhism?​

Answer 1

Answer:

1) Discuss the conditions prevailing prior to rise of Jainism and Buddhism.

2) Discuss the factors that led to their rise – social, economic factors and the Brahminical supremacy.

3) Examine the impact that Jainism and Buddhism made on India – on the development of literature, art and architecture, philosophy, caste system etc.

Answer 2

Language and agricultural economy become a major cause for spread of Jainism and Buddhism.

Agriculture :

• Since India was an agrarian society then.
• Thus, large scale destruction of cattle and other animals was proving to be detrimental to the growth of agriculture.
• Early Pali texts showed deep concern about the economy.
• Rise of agriculture raised demand for the animals who would help in ploughing and at that time they were being sacrificed for religious ceremonies.
• The principle of nonviolence was cited which was brought by Jainism and Buddhism which suited settled agrarian community better.

Languages and Literature:

• Jains made contribution to Prakrit and Kannada literature.
• The language such as Pali and other local languages developed through the various teachings of Buddhism.

• The concept of ahimsa was chief contribution of these two religions.

• Now, it became one of the cherished values of our Indian nation.
• Jainism and Buddhism arose to suit the wants of a changing society, patronized by an emerging class and left an indelible mark on India’s culture, architecture, philosophy and way of living.

These religions also found their influence in neighboring countries and helped India expand its footprint in these regions, paving way for a cultural attach with this day.

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