Brahmins were pure vegetarians and abstained from consuming alcohol of any kind while Kshatriyas indulged in both. Jainism had become popular among traders and agriculturists who popularized vegetarianism.
Brahmins followed strict vegetarian diets and avoided all alcoholic beverages, while Kshatriyas enjoyed both. Jainism spread among traders and farmers who promoted vegetarianism as a way of life.