Religion and Philosophy in Ancient India
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What is the childhood name of Gautama Buddha?
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Siddhartha
Gautama Buddha's childhood name was Siddhartha.
Which school is known as the materialistic philosophy of the masses?
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Charvaka
Charvaka is also known as Lokayata, the materialistic philosophy of the masses.
Which pair of disciples recited the Vinaya Pitaka and the Sutta Pitaka respectively at Rajagriha?
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Upali and Ananda
Upali recited the Vinaya Pitaka and Ananda recited the Sutta Pitaka at the council in Rajagriha.
Which elements are recognised by Charvaka?
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Earth, water, fire and air
Charvaka recognises four elements: earth, water, fire and air. Ether is excluded.
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