Who was the founder of Buddhism?
Languages and scripts form a crucial part of Class 6 Social Science Chapter 7: India’s Cultural Roots. India is home to a vast number of languages, each with a unique history and influence. Ancient scripts like Brahmi and Kharosthi laid the foundation for many modern Indian languages. The diversity of dialects spoken across different states highlights India’s linguistic wealth. MCQs in this chapter test students’ knowledge of classical languages like Sanskrit and Tamil, as well as the role of language in preserving cultural traditions. Understanding linguistic heritage helps in appreciating India’s multiculturalism and rich literary contributions.
Ans.: (B)
Siddhārtha Gautama was the founder of Buddhism.
The founder of Buddhism was Siddhārtha Gautama (B). Born as a prince in the 6th–5th century BCE, he renounced worldly life to seek enlightenment. After attaining nirvana, he became the Buddha and taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.
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