🏛️ History & Art-CultureUPSC 1995Architecture in India

The concept of Anuvrata was advocated by:

aMahayana Buddhism
bHinayana Buddhism
cJainism
dThe Lokayata School
✓ Correct answer: c) Jainism
ExplanationAnuvrata is a concept in Jainism that refers to the small vows or lesser vows prescribed for lay followers (householders) as opposed to the Mahavratas (great vows) followed by monks and nuns.The Anuvratas are a set of ethical guidelines that help laypeople lead a morally upright life while still engaging in worldly activities.They include:Ahimsa (non-violence)Satya (truthfulness)Asteya (non-stealing)Brahmacharya (chastity)Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) These vows are less strict than the Mahavratas and are tailored to the practical realities of household life. v v v

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