Japanese folk tradition and ritual, with no founder or single sacred scripture, is popularly known as

A. Taoism

B. Zoroastrianism

C. Shintoism

D. Paganism

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Shintoism is the ethnic religion of Japan that focuses on ritual practiced by nearly 80% of population. Shinto means 'Way of the Gods'. It is the traditional and ancient religion of Japan, without a founder or sacred scriptures, which regards all natural things as having their own spirituality. It reveres kami, the indigenous folk deities of Japan – spirits present in animals, plants, and even stones and waterfalls.