Chapter Description
The Chapter 6: "New Questions and Ideas" of Class 6 Social Science History discusses the life and teachings of Buddha and Mahavira. It explains the philosophical inquiries of Upanishadic thinkers, and the spread of these ideas. The chapter teaches us the ideas that shaped early Indian philosophy.
Key Highlights
- Buddha's Life and Teachings: The journey of Siddhartha Gautama from prince to teacher
- Jainism: The strict ethical code of Jainism, emphasizing non-violence and renunciation
- Philosophical Questions: The inquiries of Upanishadic thinkers into the nature of reality, the soul, and the universe, and the development of ideas that would influence later Indian philosophy
- Role of Language: The use of Prakrit to spread teachings so that common people could understand
- Sangha and Viharas: The formation of monastic communities and the construction of permanent shelters for monks and nuns
Type of Questions You Will Get
- Descriptive Questions such as Describe how the Buddha spread his message using simple language, travel, and teachings of compassion and karma
- True or False statements related to New Questions and Ideas
- Questions about the topics Upanishadic thinkers wanted to understand, like the nature of the soul and the universe
- Summarize the core teachings of Mahavira
- Understand why Anagha's mother wanted her to know about the Buddha, Discuss the reasons why Chinese pilgrims came to India, etc.
- Comparative Questions such as differences between life in the sangha and the system of ashramas
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