When they embraced a new religion it is safe to say they did it for loaves and fishes ........

English Language (CLAT) Idiom & Phrases

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When they embraced a new religion, it is safe to say they did it for loaves and fishes.

selflessly

honest reasons

material benefits

because of fear

Explanation:

Loaves and fishes: Tangible benefits or rewards, especially when they serve as one's motivation for action. The phrase refers to the Bible story in which Jesus blesses a small amount of fish and loaves of bread, resulting in the disciples having enough food to distribute to thousands of people.
Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.