Question
Buddhism and Jainism.

Answer

Sr. No.BuddhismJainism
(i)Founder: The founder of Buddhism is Gautama Buddha.Founder: The founder of Jainism is Vardhaman Mahavir.
(ii)Teaching: The teachings of Gautam Buddha were in the language of the common people, Pali.Teaching: The teachings of Mahavira were in the language of the common people, Ardhamagadhi.
(iii)Sacred books: The Sacred book of Buddhists is Tipitaka.Sacred books: The Sacred books of Jains is Agamas.
(iv)Principles: Buddhism advocated the middle path based on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.Principles: Jainism preached (1) Ahimsa (2) Satya (3) Asteya (4) Aparigraha.

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