What impact did the Hindu belief in reincarnation have on ancient South Asian society?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the various impacts of the Hindu belief in reincarnation on ancient South Asian society and is presented in a multiple select format where the respondent must identify correct statements.
Answer
People lived good lives to be reborn higher, accepted their jati, and saw higher jatis as better.
People lived good lives so they could be reborn into a higher jati. People accepted their situation because they believed they deserved their jati. People believed that others in higher jatis were better than they were.
Answer for screen readers
People lived good lives so they could be reborn into a higher jati. People accepted their situation because they believed they deserved their jati. People believed that others in higher jatis were better than they were.
More Information
The belief in reincarnation led to individuals accepting their social positions, while aspiring for better rebirths through good living.
Tips
Avoid assuming that changing jatis was commonly pursued; societal mobility was traditionally limited.
Sources
- Beliefs of Hinduism (article) | India - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Hinduism - Southeast Asia, Pacific, Religion | Britannica - britannica.com
- READ: Hinduism (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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