Ajivika sect was founded by _________.

Raghulabhadra

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Upali

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Makkhali Gosala

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Solution

The correct option is A Makkhali Gosala
The Ajivikas were an ancient sect of Indian ascetics who believed in fatalism, karma, and liberation. Makkhali Gosala was the founder of Ajivika sect. It was a popular sect during the reign of Bindusara, the Mauryan Emperor. King Bindusara and his wife both were the followers of this sect. It is also mentioned in the edicts of Ashoka.

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