Religious Status In Gupta Period


 
 
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Religious Status In Gupta period

Religious Status

  • Hindu, Shaiv, Buddhist, Jain etc. religions were predominant in the Gupta period
  • (i) Hinduism

  • The Gupta period was the period of revival of Brahmin religion. At this time Ashwamedha, Agnishtom Vajpayee, Vajasaneya Yajna were performed by the Gupta rulers
  • In the Gupta period the practice of idolatry increased. yajna (sacrifice) was replaced by worship and coordination was established between Vaishnava and Shaiva religions
  • Vaishnavism and Shaiva sects developed immensely in Hinduism
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    Question : 1

    Which of the following is the period of revival of Brahmin religion.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Amongst the following, who contributed the most to the Bhagvata cult ?

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    Despite being Vaishnava followers, the _______________ adopted a policy of tolerance towards Shaivism.

    Right Option : B
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