Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Which religion has its roots in India?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Jainism

  3. Buddhism

  4. All of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All three religions - Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism - originated in India. Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions with roots in the Vedic civilization (c. 1500-500 BCE). Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) in the 5th century BCE in Nepal/India. Jainism was founded by Mahavira in the 6th century BCE in India.

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