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Jainism - Mahavira and Jain Philosophy — MCQ Practice

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Q1medium

With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: 1. Sthulabhadra led the Digambara sect after the great famine in Magadha. 2. The principle of Anekantavada is a core tenet of Jainism, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of reality. 3. Mahavira added the vow of Brahmacharya to the four vows already propounded by Parsvanatha.

Q2easy

Which of the following statements best describes the Jain concept of Karma?

Q3medium

Consider the following pairs: 1. Syadvada : Theory of conditioned predication 2. Kevala Jnana : Omniscience 3. Aparigraha : Non-stealing Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Q4medium

Which of the following statements about the Digambara sect of Jainism is/are correct? 1. Digambara monks practice complete nudity as a symbol of non-possession. 2. They believe that women can attain Moksha directly. 3. They accept the canonical texts compiled at the First Jain Council in Pataliputra.

Q5easy

Which of the following is NOT a 'Jewel' (Triratna) of Jainism?

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