Consider the following statements: During the sixth century BC numerous religious sects arose in the mid-Gangetic plains as a result of an upheaval of new ideas and the resulting rise of new philosophical tenets. Sixth century BC also witnessed many religious movements in different parts of the world. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? Options: A . &nbsp2 only B . &nbsp1 only C . &nbsp1 and 2 both D . &nbspNone;

Consider the following statements: During the sixth century BC numerous relig

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Consider the following statements:

During the sixth century BC numerous religious sects arose in the mid-Gangetic plains as a result of an upheaval of new ideas and the resulting rise of new philosophical tenets.

Sixth century BC also witnessed many religious movements in different parts of the world.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Options:

A . 2 only

B . 1 only

C . 1 and 2 both

D . None;

Answer: Option A
Answer: (a)
During the sixth century BC, we notice a growing resentment to the ritualistic orthodox ideas of the Brahmanas. In other words, the old Vedic religion had ceased to be a living force. The spiritual unrest and intellectual stimulation led to the rise of various heterodox religious movements.
The religious sects were based on regional customs and rituals practised by different people living in north-east India. Of these sects, Jainism and Buddhism were the most important and they developed into a most potent well organised, and popular religious reform movements.
Sixth century BC also witnessed many religious movements in different parts of the world. Heraclitus in Eoinia Island, Socrates in Greece, Confucious in China, Zoroaster in Persia, Isaiah in Babylon preached new ideas.

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