Question

Why were the Sramanas against animal sacrifices?

• A. It went against their belief in Ahimsa
• B. They were fond of animals
• C. They believed animals were for human consumption, not rituals
• D. They were involved in buying and selling animals

Answer 1

The correct option is A It went against their belief in Ahimsa

Sramanas believed in Ahimsa, the idea of non-violence. The idea of sacrificing an animal went against it so Sramanas were against animal sacrifices.