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What was the challenge to mainstream Hindu thought that emerged in Northern India in the sixth century BC?

Buddhism

Who was the founder of Buddhism?

Siddhartha Gautama

What event led Siddhartha Gautama to abandon his life of luxury?

Encountering human suffering and seeing a humble holy man with inner peace

What caste did Siddhartha Gautama belong to?

<p>Brahmin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Siddhartha Gautama spend years doing after abandoning his life of luxury?

<p>Begging and fasting to seek the meaning of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Siddhartha achieve after 49 days of deep contemplation?

<p>Enlightenment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Siddhartha become known as after achieving enlightenment?

<p>Buddha</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Buddha teach about the meaning of life?

<p>Life is filled with pain and suffering, which is a symptom of unfulfilled wants and desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to end suffering according to Buddha?

<p>Put an end to desires and wants by following the Noble Eightfold Path</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of reaching enlightenment in Buddhism?

<p>An end to the constant cycle of being born and reborn</p> Signup and view all the answers

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