Question

Mohandas Gandhi adopted his creed of nonviolence and respect for life from the religious doctrines of

A. Islam.
B. Sikhism.
C. Buddhism.
D. Jainism.

Answer 1

Correct answer choice is :

D) Jainism.

Step-by-step explanation:

Jainism is contrary to Buddhism in its moderate opinions. Both these religions maintain non-violence, but non-violence is the central hub in Jainism. Mahavira just like Buddha isn't the first prophet of his religion. In Jainism like Buddhism, there is a faith in the resurrection which ultimately directs to liberation.

Answer 2

The nonviolence movement which Gandi advocated is known under the name "ahimsa" - and Ahimsa is important in three religions: Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Of those, Hinduism was Gandhi's main religion, but Gandhi was known for adopting it from another religion: Jainism.

The correct answer is then D)