With reference to cultural history of India consider the following pairs : 1. Parivrajaka Renunciant and Wanderer 2. Shramana Prest with a high status 3. Upasaka Lay follower of buddhism Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched ?

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Q: (IAS/2020)
With reference to cultural history of India consider the following pairs :
1. Parivrajaka – Renunciant and Wanderer
2. Shramana – Prest with a high status
3. Upasaka – Lay follower of buddhism

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched ?

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General Knowledge

question_exam: 

IAS

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Answer: b. 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

Parivrajaka refers to a wandering monk who has renounced all worldly pleasures and possessions in search of spiritual liberation.

Shramana refers to an ascetic who practices austerity, meditation and self-discipline. The term is commonly associated with Jainism and Buddhism.

Upasaka refers to a lay follower of Buddhism who observes the five precepts and seeks spiritual progress without becoming a monk.

Hence, option (b) 1 and 3 only are correctly matched.