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Which of the following were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?

1.Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment.

2.Indifference to the authority of the Vedas.

3.Denial of the efficacy of rituals.

4.Non-injury to animal life.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1 and 2 Only

1,3 and 4 Only

2,3 and 4 Only

All of the above

Only codes 2,3&4 are correct.

Buddhism charts a middle path whereas Jainism pursues extreme asceticism. They agree on the lack of efficacy of rituals.
Both denied the authority of the Vedas and the necessity of performing sacrifices and rituals. Both of them were opposed to animal sacrifices.

Hence option 3rd is correct.

By: Jagjot