Question

How far did rigidity and ritualism become one
of the causes of the rise of Jainism & Buddhism​

Answer 1

Answer:

Following are the factors that led to the rise of Jainism and Buddhism in India: Reaction against Ritualism - Religious ceremonies and rituals had become very expensive and were performed according to the whims and fancies of the priestly class. Hence, a need was felt for a simple and inexpensive faith.

Answer 2

Following are the factors that led to the rise of Jainism and Buddhism in India:

• Reaction against Ritualism - Religious ceremonies and rituals had become very expensive and were performed according to the whims and fancies of the priestly class. Hence, a need was felt for a simple and inexpensive faith.
• Corruption in Religion - Corruption had crept into religion and the priests often extracted money out of common citizens through different rituals. This was resented by another powerful community, i.e., the Kshatriyas.
• Rigid Caste System - The caste divisions had become extremely rigid and there was absolutely no social mobility left in the society. There were restrictions on the basis of caste, on food, drinks and marriage.

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