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Religious Movements in 6th Century BCE: Buddhism and Jainism Universal School of Administration is proud to invite you to an insightful paper presentation on Religious Movements in the 6th Century BCE, focusing on the transformative philosophies of Buddhism and Jainism. The event, held under the IQAC initiative, offers a platform for students, staff, and academic …
Read MoreOver 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS Why in the News ? The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) reported that over 1.25 lakh public grievances were addressed in April 2025 through CPGRAMS. The report ranks ministries based on performance and highlights states with the highest user registrations, notably Uttar Pradesh. Grievance Redressal …
Read MoreWHO Declares Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after detecting the virus in healthy children during routine screening. WHO has urged for urgent immunization efforts as the country’s vaccination rate remains critically low. Outbreak Detection and …
Read MoreSacred Jharkhand Hill Sparks Jain-Santal Tensions Why in the News ? On May 3, the Jharkhand High Court directed enforcement of a meat and alcohol ban on Parasnath/Marang Buru hill, considered sacred by both Jain and Santal communities, reigniting a long-standing dispute over religious rights and customary practices. Historical and Legal Disputes: The dispute dates …
Read MoreSources ● Literary sources: Mahabharata, Ramayana, and dharmasastras. ● Buddhist texts like the Tripitakas and Jatakas, Jaina texts, and Greek accounts. ● Archaeological excavations Origin of Buddhism and Jainism Buddhism and Jainism emerged as significant heterodox movements during the post-Vedic era as a response to the Kshatriya opposition against the …
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