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Q1Consider the following statements about Mahavira: 1. He was born in Kundagrama near Vaishali. 2. He belonged to the Kshatriya clan of Licchavis. 3. He attained Nirvana at Pavapuri. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?MediumSolve →Q2Who is regarded as the founder of Jainism in its historical form?MediumSolve →Q3Which one of the following is the symbol of the 24th Tirthankara, Mahavira?MediumSolve →Q4With reference to Jainism, consider the following pairs: Tirthankara Symbol 1. Rishabhanatha Bull 2. Parshvanatha Snake 3. Neminatha Conch shell Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?MediumSolve →Q5The term ‘Kaivalya’ in Jainism refers to:MediumSolve →Q6Which of the following were accepted by both Buddha and Mahavira? 1. Concept of karma and rebirth 2. Denial of the existence of God as creator 3. Emphasis on non-violence Select the correct answer:MediumSolve →Q7Which of the following is not one of the five vows (Mahavratas) of Jainism?MediumSolve →Q8Which of the following texts is associated with Jainism?MediumSolve →Q9Which Jain sect uses white robes and does not believe in complete nudity?MediumSolve →Q10Consider the following statements about Parshvanatha: 1. He was the 23rd Tirthankara. 2. He added Brahmacharya as the fifth vow. 3. He lived 250 years before Mahavira. Which of the statements is/are correct?MediumSolve →

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