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ICSE · Class 9 · History & Civics

4 concept maps of Jainism and Buddhism for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics, each also written out as a text outline.

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Chronological Development of Jainism and Buddhism

Chronological Development of Jainism and Buddhism

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  • 6th century BCE
    • Birth of Mahavira and Buddha
  • 5th century BCE
    • Great Renunciation and Enlightenment
  • 4th century BCE
    • First Jain Council and Sectarian Divisions
  • 3rd century BCE
    • Ashoka patronizes Buddhism
  • 1st century CE
    • Buddhism splits into Hinayana and Mahayana
  • 5th-6th century CE
    • Final compilation of Jain scriptures at Valabhi
  • 8th century CE onwards
    • Decline due to Turkish invasions and Hindu revival

Jainism and Buddhism Overview

Jainism and Buddhism Overview

The map in words

  • 6th Century BCE Reforms
    • Jainism
      • Mahavira
        • 24th Tirthankara
        • Born Kundagrama
        • Great Renunciation
      • Teachings
        • Five Vows
        • Nine Truths
        • Tri-ratnas
      • Sects
        • Shvetambaras
        • Digambaras
    • Buddhism
      • Gautama Buddha
        • Born Lumbini
        • Four Great Sights
        • Enlightenment Bodh Gaya
      • Teachings
        • Four Noble Truths
        • Eightfold Path
        • Middle Way
      • Sects
        • Hinayana
        • Mahayana
    • Common Causes
      • Reaction against Ritualism
      • Caste System Opposition
      • Language Barrier
      • Political Support
    • Sources
      • Jain Angas
      • Buddhist Tripitikas
      • Jataka Tales

Timeline of Jainism and Buddhism Development

Timeline of Jainism and Buddhism Development

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  • 6th century BCE
    • Birth of Mahavira and Buddha
  • 6th century BCE
    • Buddha attains enlightenment
  • 6th century BCE
    • First sermons and early followers
  • 5th century BCE
    • Death of Mahavira and Buddha
  • 4th century BCE
    • First Jain Council
  • 3rd century BCE
    • Ashoka promotes Buddhism
  • 1st century BCE
    • Division into sects
  • 1st century CE
    • Buddhist texts written down
  • 5th-6th century CE
    • Final compilation of Jain texts

Religious reform movements of the 6th century BCE in India

Religious reform movements of the 6th century BCE in India

The map in words

  • Religious reform movements of the 6th century BCE in India
    • Rise of new religions
    • Jainism
    • Buddhism
    • Comparison of Jainism and Buddhism
    • Sources of information

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Jainism and Buddhism for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics?
Key topics in Jainism and Buddhism include Background: Why Jainism and Buddhism Rose, Jainism: Mahavira, Teachings, and Sects, Buddhism: Buddha, Teachings, and Organisation, Spread, Impact, and Decline. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
What do the concept maps for Jainism and Buddhism show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Jainism and Buddhism connect: Chronological Development of Jainism and Buddhism; Jainism and Buddhism Overview. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Jainism and Buddhism for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 58 practice questions on Jainism and Buddhism. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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