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Ancient Indian History UPPSC 2006 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following propounded that destiny determines everything, man is powerless?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Ajivikas

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ajivikas”.
The Ajivakas were an ancient Indian religious sect that believed in Niyati (destiny or fate), asserting that everything is predetermined by destiny, and humans are powerless to change their fate.

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