Q. With reference to the sixth century BC heterodox thinkers, which of the following was/were correctly matched?
1.chira-pabbajito – founders of sects
2.tithakaro – leaders of their orders
3.ganachariyo – homeless wanderers
Select the correct answer from below given codes:
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation: The leaders of the various sects such as Purana Kassapa, Makkhali Gosala, Ajita Kesakambalin, Pakudha Kachchayana, Sanjaya Belatthiputta and Nigantha Nataputta (Mahavira) are described as “homeless wanderers” of longstanding (chira-pabbajito), founders of sects (tithakaro) and leaders of their orders (ganachariyo).
Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT