Multiple choice

Why did Buddhism become more popular to the masses?

  1. no longer need images of Buddha

  2. Buddha was now a god

  3. many more people could become Buddhist

  4. strict rules to reach nirvana
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Originally, Buddhism required strict self-denial and monastic life, which was difficult for ordinary people to follow. The development of Mahayana Buddhism, which offered salvation to everyone and viewed the Buddha as a compassionate savior, made the religion highly accessible and popular among the masses.

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