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Detailed, Step-by-Step NCERT Solutions for Class 12 History<\/a> Chapter 4 Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings: Cultural Developments Questions and Answers were solved by Expert Teachers as per NCERT (CBSE) Book guidelines covering each topic in chapter to ensure complete preparation. https:\/\/mcq-questions.com\/ncert-solutions-for-class-12-history-chapter-4\/<\/p>\n

Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings: Cultural Developments NCERT Solutions for Class 12 History Chapter 4<\/h2>\n

Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings: Cultural Developments Questions and Answers <\/span>Class 12 History Chapter 4<\/h3>\n

Question 1.
\nWere the ideas of the Upanishadic thinkers different from those of the fatalists and materialists ? Give reasons for your answer.
\nAnswer:
\nYes, the philosophers of the Upanishads had different perception than that of the fatalists and the materialists. The main points of difference are as follows :<\/p>\n

(i) The Views of the Fatalists and the Materialists. The fatalists believed that no one can escape the fruits of one\u2019s Karma. No one can change pleasure or pain in the course of life. They can neither be lessened nor increased. The wise people thought that they can get rid of their Karmas through their noble qualities and meditation. But it is not possible. All men have to face both pleasure and pain. Similarly the materialists do not believe in alms, sacrifice or offerings.<\/p>\n

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They believe that there is no such thing as this world or the next. A human being is-made up of four elements. When he dies, the earthy part in him returns to the dust. The fluid in him goes to the water. His heat goes to the fire and the windy part in him merges in the air. All his senses pass into space. In other words, nothing remains after death. So the talk of gifts is a doctrine of fools. It is an empty lie.<\/p>\n

(ii) The Philosophical Views in the Upanishads. The above mentioned views have no place for soul or God. So according to the Upanishads, the aim of human life is the meeting of the soul with God.<\/p>\n

Question 2.
\nSummarise the central teachings of Jainism. Explain the basic idea of Jain Philosophy. (C.B.S.E. 2008 (O.D.))
\nOr
\nDescribe the message of Lord Mahavira on life and Karma. (C.B.S.E. 2013 (D))
\nOr
\n\u201cThe principle of ahimsa and renunciation emphasised by Jainism has left its mark.\u201d Support the statement with Lord Mahaviira\u2019s I messages. (C.B.S.E. 2013 (D))
\nAnswer:
\nThe important teachings of Jainism are as follows :
\n(i) The entire world is animated. It is believed that even the stones, rocks and water have life.<\/p>\n

(ii) No living being should be given any injury. The basic philosophy of Jainism is not to harm or cause injury to human-beings, animals, plants and insects. There is a great emphasis on the principle of ahimsa.<\/p>\n

(iii) The cycle of birth and re-birth is shaped through Karma. If one is to escape this cycle of Karma, one must practise asceticism and penance. It is possible if one renounces the world. So one has to live in a monastry to attain salvation.<\/p>\n

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(iv) Jain monks and nuns used to take five vows such as :<\/p>\n