Mention the causes for the spread of Buddhism.

1.	Mention the causes for the spread of Buddhism.
Answer» 1. Simplicity of the teachings of Buddha in local language appealed to people. 2. Buddhism rejected elaborate religious customs whereas the practice of orthodox Vedic religion insisted on expensive rituals and sacrifices. 3. Buddha’s emphasis was on the observance of Dhamma. 4. Buddhist Sanghas played an important role in spreading the messages of Buddha. 5. Royal patronage under Ashoka, Kanishka and Harsha also helped the causes of Buddhism. 6. Viharas or the Buddhist monasteries became great centres of education. One such centre was Nalanda, where Hiuen Tsang, the Chinese pilgrim, studied for many years.

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1. Simplicity of the teachings of Buddha in local language appealed to people.

2. Buddhism rejected elaborate religious customs whereas the practice of orthodox Vedic religion insisted on expensive rituals and sacrifices.

3. Buddha’s emphasis was on the observance of Dhamma.

4. Buddhist Sanghas played an important role in spreading the messages of Buddha.

5. Royal patronage under Ashoka, Kanishka and Harsha also helped the causes of Buddhism.

6. Viharas or the Buddhist monasteries became great centres of education. One such centre was Nalanda, where Hiuen Tsang, the Chinese pilgrim, studied for many years.

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