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Q · Jainismmedium · 45s
Parshvanatha, the 23rd Tirthankara, is traditionally dated to which century BCE?
TopicJainism
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Parshvanatha is traditionally believed to have lived in the 8th century BCE and preached four main vows, which were later expanded upon by Mahavira.
Final Answer: Option B - 8th century BCE