The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?  [Ancient India]

(a) Buddhism                                                            

(b) Jainism

(c) Shaivism                                                             

(d) Vaishnavism

Answer: b

Explanation:

According to Jainism – “Universe is eternal, and it functions through the interaction of living souls, i.e. [Jivas/lives] and five categories of non-living entities [ajivas] which include akasa [ether], dharma [condition of movement], Adharma [condition of rest], kala [time] and pudgala [matter].

Jainism believes “Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water, and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects”.

Hence, option b is correct.

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