56. Which of the following was a reason for the appeal of the Ajivika sect?
A) Its strict asceticism and emphasis on self-denial
B) Its rejection of the caste system and emphasis on equality
C) Its focus on ritual purity and cleanliness
D) Its emphasis on material prosperity and worldly success
Answer: A) Its strict asceticism and emphasis on self-denial
57. What was the Ajivika belief about the concept of liberation?
A) Liberation can be achieved through the performance of certain rituals and offerings
B) Liberation is a state of being beyond the reach of human beings
C) Liberation can be achieved through the renunciation of material desires and attachment
D) The concept of liberation is irrelevant to spiritual practice
Answer: B) Liberation is a state of being beyond the reach of human beings
