Notes and Study material for Exams
The Enduring Journey: A Look at the Spread of Jainism Jainism, an ancient Indian religion, has a rich and complex history, marked by periods of both flourishing and decline. Its spread, driven by a combination of factors including missionary activity, royal patronage, and the inherent appeal of its philosophy, has left an indelible mark on … Read more
Reasons are: The community’s tenacity and survival can be attributed to its intra-community bonding and relative affluence as a result of engagement with Trade and Commerce as its primary occupation. the Jains “sought to outflank the Bhakti Movement by taking its main cult-figures as their own” The Jain community of Medieval India shared relatively harmonious … Read more
Secularism in India: A Complex and Contested Terrain Secularism, a concept that champions the separation of religion from state power and promotes equal rights for all citizens regardless of their faith, has been a cornerstone of India’s identity since its independence in 1947. However, the Indian model of secularism, often described as “positive secularism,” has … Read more