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Why was Buddhism so appealing to some followers of the Hindu religion?

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Buddhism appealed to people of lower castes because it emphasized individuals' path to enlightenment and salvation, which could be attained in this life.
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It brought in enlightenment to their perspective and it seemed like a new and open their eyes
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