Ajivika philosophy, founded by Makkhali Gosala, was characterized by a doctrine of strict determinism. They believed that the entire universe and the destiny of every being were rigidly controlled by an impersonal cosmic force called Niyati (destiny), and that human effort was futile against this predetermined course of events.
The sect which believed in abiding nature of destiny :
Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 2013 · Topic: Sixth century B.C.E - Political Condition (Overview of the political landscape in the 6th century BCE)
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- Consider the following statements related to Aajivaka Sect :
- This Philosophy was purportedly founded in the 5th Century BC by Makkkhali Gosala. It was a major rival of vedic religion. It reached the height of its popularity during the rule of the Mauryan Emperor Bindusara around 4th century BC. This School of thought was followed for nearly 2000 years through the 14th century CE in the southern states of Karnataka and Tamilnadu Which school of thought is described above?
- According to Ajivika philosophy, which is the central idea that determines the life of a person?
- Read the statements (A) and (B) and choose the correct answer from the codes given below : (A) The sixth century B.C. was a period of great religious upheaval in all parts of the world. (B) The Vedic religion had become very complex. Codes :
- Who established Ajivika Sampraday ?
- Who was the propounder of the Ajivika Sect?
- Consider the following pairs. Mahajanapadas Cities 1. Magadha Rajagriha 2. Kosala Taxila 3. Avanti Ujjain Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
- Chand-prodhyot was ruler of which ancient republic ?