History Magadha Empire

Q. The ‘Ajivikas’ were

A
Breakaway branch of the Buddhists
B
Sect contemporary to the Buddha
C
Sect founded by Charvaka
D
Sect founded by Shankaracharya

Correct Answer

Sect contemporary to the Buddha

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