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Who were the Sramanas?

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Shaivites
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Bhagawathas
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Jainas
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Buddhists
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The correct options are
C Jainas
D Buddhists
Sramanas were monks who practised Buddhism or Jainism. They rejected elaborate rituals because they felt commoners felt left out of them. They also criticised sacrificial worship because of their belief in Ahimsa or non-violence.

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