Causes for the emergence of new religions

Complications and ritualism in Hinduism

Vedic religion had become complex and degenerated into superstitions, dogmas and rituals.

The sacrifices prescribed by the Vedas became complicated.

The Vedic mantras were complicated and went beyond the understanding of common man.

The supremacy of the Brahmans created unrest. They no longer led pure and holy life.

All the sacred Vedic texts were written in Sanskrit which was the language of the elite and not the masses.

The masses could connect with the new sects as Mahavira and Buddha spoke to them in their language.