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In how many Angas, the teachings of jain tirthankaras are compiled?

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  1. 8

  2. 10

  3. 12

  4. 14

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The teachings of Jain Tirthankaras are compiled in 12 Angas. The sacred books of Jainas are collectively known as Siddhanta or Agamas. 

What is Kaivalya?

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  1. Kaivalya is a state of solitude, isolation and detachment

  2. Kaivalya is ultimate state of happiness

  3. Kaivalya is ultimate state of sorrow

  4. Kaivalya is ultimate state of misery

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaivalya is a state of solitude, isolation, aloneness and detachment. It means freeing yourself from bondage, attachments, worldly desires and getting independence from the cycle of birth and death. A person who achives this state is called a kevalin.

Which of the following was/were cause/s for rise of Jainism and Buddhism?

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  1. Complexity of vedic rituals

  2. Rigidity of caste system

  3. Sacrifice of animals

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There were various causes for the rise of Jainism and Buddhism:

  •   Religious factors - complex and expensive vedic rituals, Upanishads being highly philosophical in nature etc
  •   Social factors - rigidity of caste system, domination of priestly class etc
  •   Economic factors - rise of trade and therefore, growing economic domination of Vaishyas, sacrifice of animals leading to depletion of cattle wealth etc