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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1996 GS-I
Question

"Ajivaka" sect was founded by:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Gosala Makkhali-Putta

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Gosala Makkhali-Putta”.
The Ajivika sect was founded by Goshala Maskariputra, also known as Gosala Makkhaliputta, in the 5th century BCE. The sect was a nontheistic religion that was similar to Jainism and was a rival to Buddhism and Hinduism. It lasted until the 14th century.

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