The following points highlight the top seven contributions of Jainism to Hindu culture. The contributions are: 1. Philosophy 2. Caste 3. Purification of Hindu Religion 4. Greater attention towards Public Utility 5. Dampening of Military Spirit 6. Literature 7. Architecture. Contribution # 1. Philosophy: Though the teachings of Jainism were greatly influenced by the Vedic philosophy, it developed a distinct [...]
The following points highlight the top eleven contributions of Buddhism. The contributions are: 1. National Unity 2. Destruction of Militant Spirit 3. Contact with Outside World 4. Blow to the Caste System 5. Simplification of Religion 6. Improvement of Moral Standard 7. Effects on Brahmanical Religion 8. Idol Worship 9. Literature 10. Education 11. Development of Art. Contribution # 1. [...]
The following points highlight the seven religions that were practiced during different periods in Ancient India. The religions are: 1. Religion in Rig Vedic Period 2. Buddhism 3. Jainism 4. The Akas 5. Hinduism 6. Saivism 7. Vaishnavism. 1. Religion in Rig Vedic Period: The religion of the early Aryans from the 1028 hymns of Rig Veda, which is considered [...]