Question

name three contribution which Jainism made to indian architecture​

Answer 1

Answer:

Contribution # 1. Philosophy

Contribution # 2. Caste

Contribution # 3. Purification of Hindu Religion

Contribution # 4. Greater attention towards Public Utility

Contribution # 5. Dampening of Military Spirit

Contribution # 6. Literature

Contribution # 7. Architecture

Explanation:

Answer 2

Contribution # 1. Philosophy:

Though the teachings of Jainism were greatly influenced by the Vedic philosophy, it developed a distinct philo­sophy of its own also. For example “syatvad” was a new and original philosophy propounded by Jainism. This philosophy is new in the sense that it aims at the welfare of both individual as well as the community.

Contribution # 2. Caste:

Jainism also rendered great service to the Indian society by giving a rude shock to the caste system. Rigours of the caste system were greatly reduced during the 6th century B. C.

Contribution # 3. Purification of Hindu Religion:

Contribution # 4. Greater attention towards Public Utility:

The teachings of Jainism not only insisted on Ahimsa but also laid stress on the greater service to the cause of humanity. The followers of Jainism opened a number of inns, hospitals, schools and other institutions for public utility and thereby gave encouragement to the spirit of public utility works.

Contribution # 5. Dampening of Military Spirit:

Jainism’s emphasis on Ahimsa and peace led to the dampening of the military spirit of the Indian people. According to certain scholars it was due to this reason that a number of foreign invaders could win easy victories over the Indians and established their control over this country.

Contribution # 6. Literature:

Jainism has also rendered valuable contribution to the growth of vernacular literature. While the Buddhist and the Brahmans preached in Pali and Sanskrit, the Jains preached in the language of the people. Most of the Jain literature was written in Prakriti.