1. Describe the ways in which the Buddha tried to spread his message to the people.

Explanation:

The Buddha made an effort to reach as many people as possible in the following ways:

1. He taught in the Prakrit language, which was widely spoken by the populace.

2. He urged his followers to consider his teachings rather than simply accept them at face value. This facilitated the dissemination of his principles. People might draw their own conclusions based on his beliefs because he favoured free thought.

2. What were the questions Upanishadic thinkers wanted to answer?

Explanation:

The following queries were on the minds of the Upanishad thinkers:

1.What occurs after death, for one?

2. Does death mean there is no more life?

3. What justifies making sacrifices?

4. Is there anything in the universe that is eternal and endures even after death.

3. What were the main teachings of Mahavira?

Explanation:

The following are Mahavira's core teachings:

1. Those who are interested in learning the truth must travel.

2. Those who follow the path of truth must strictly uphold the tenets of ahimsa (non-violence).

3. Since everyone values life, it is forbidden to harm or kill any other living thing.

4. Why do you think Anagha’s mother wanted her to know the story of the Buddha?

Explanation:

Anagha was on a school excursion to Varanasi. After achieving enlightenment in Bodh Gaya, the Buddha began his first teaching career in Sarnath near Varanasi. Anagha's mother wanted her to be familiar with the life and teachings of the Buddha because they were inspiring.

5. Do you think it would have been easy for slaves to join the Sangha? Give reasons for your answer?

Explanation:

Before joining the Sangha, everyone — with the exception of men — had to obtain their master's approval. Children had to ask their masters for permission, servants had to ask the monarchs, wives had to ask their husbands, and slaves had to ask their owners.

6. Make a list of at least five ideas and questions mentioned in this lesson. Choose three from the list and discuss why you think they are important even today.

Explanation:

The following concepts and queries are mentioned in the chapter:

Questions:

1. Does life continue after death?

2. What did the Buddha intend to impart to Kisagotami?

3. How did the beggar persuade the sages to give them food?

4. One should adhere to the ahimsa principle.

5. In order to find the truth, one should give up worldly pleasures.

Discussion:

What was Buddha trying to impart to Kisagotami, exactly?

Reason: Kishagotami was brought to Buddha after losing her son. He asked Kishagotami to fetch mustard seeds from a residence where nobody had passed away. She couldn't find such a home because someone had passed away in each of those homes—a son, daughter, father, grandfather, or grandmother. Buddha wanted her to understand that dying is Buy Premiumfor unlimited words.

7. Find out more about men and women who renounce the world today. Where do they live, what clothes do they wear, what do they eat? Why do they renounce the world?

Explanation:

Prepare this with the assistance of your course instructor.

8. Write a short note on the Buddha’s teachings.

Explanation:

According to the Buddha, life is chock-full of pain and misery. He claimed that our unmet needs and discontent are the root of it ('tanhaj. As a solution, he advocated moderation in all things. He urged kindness and respect for every human life. Our "Karma" (actions) have an impact on both this life and the ones that follow. The Buddha urged individuals to use their own judgement rather than blindly following his teachings.

9. Write a short note on Mahavira’s teachings

Explanation:

Mahavira asserted that individuals who seek the truth must emigrate. Individuals must practise ahimsa. The Jain had to abandon their simple lifestyles and maintain their integrity throughout. The males had to forego their clothing.

10. Describe how Jainism spread in other parts of India.

Explanation:

Initially, traders were the main supporters of Jainism. As the regulations forced farmers to destroy the insects harming their crops, farmers found it challenging to abide by them. Jainism flourished over many years to several regions of north India, as well as to Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.