In what geographic region were both buddhism and hinduism founded? a. western europe b. south asia c. north america d. the middle east select the best answer from the choices provided. a b c d

The correct answer is B. Buddhism and Hinduism were founded in South Asia.

Explanation:

Both Buddhism and Hinduism were born in India, which forms part of the South Asia region.

-Buddhism is a religious and philosophical teaching about spiritual awakening that arose around 150 BC in ancient India. The founder of this teaching is Siddhartha Gautama, who later received the name Buddha Shakyamuni.

-Hinduism is one of the Indian religions, which is often described as a combination of religious traditions and philosophical schools that arose on the Indian subcontinent and have common features.

Hinduism is practiced by more than 1 billion people - this is the third largest religion in the world after Christianity and Islam. Hindus make up the majority of the population of India and Nepal. A significant number of Hindu adherents are found in countries such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, Fiji, Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, Great Britain, Canada and the USA.

In the second half of the 20th century, Hinduism spread beyond India, crossed national borders and gained many followers around the world. Hinduism-specific ideas such as karma, yoga, and vegetarianism have spread and become familiar throughout the world.