The Ajivika sect was known for its doctrine of Niyati, which posited absolute determinism or fate as the sole controller of all events. They believed that karma and human effort had no effect on destiny.
Who was the propounder of the Ajivika Sect?
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 3 2019 · Topic: Sixth century B.C.E - Political Condition (Overview of the political landscape in the 6th century BCE)
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