Which of the following is not true about the Ajivika Sect ........

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Which of the following is not true about the Ajivika Sect?

It is an Atheist or Nastik sect founded by Makkhali Gosala.

It basic belief system was based on the Karma theory.

It rejected the ritualistic aspects of Brahmanism and instead advocated Shramana tradition for its followers.

The Lomas Rishi caves of Barabar Hills built by Ashoka were dedicated to Ajivika sect only.

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Explanation:

Statement (a) is correct as Ajivika was an atheist or Nastik sect founded by Makkali Gosala in 5th century BC and was one of the major rivals of the Buddhist sect at that time.
Statement (b) is incorrect as Ajivika is one of the nastika schools of Hindu philosophy. It believed that everything in the world is pre-ordained (niyati) and the theory of karma is not true. This is in direct contrast to the Buddhists; Jains and the Hindus; who believe in the cause-effect equation.
Third statement is correct as Ajivika sect rejected the ritualistic aspects of Brahmanism and advocated Shramana tradition i.e. renunciation and asceticism were to be practiced.
The Lomas Rishi caves of Barabar Hills built by Ashoka were dedicated to Ajivika sect only. Hence last statement is also correct.