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Jainism Bit Bank (Questions 1-167)

Q1: What was the name of Mahavira before he became known as Mahavira? Vardhamana

Q2: In which year was Mahavira born? 540 BC

Q62: Jainism is closely related to which philosophical system? Samkhya

Q113: What important event happened during the third period of the descent phase? Rishabhadeva established government and civilization

Q114: Who invented the numerous alphabets of India in the third period? Brahmi, the daughter of Rishabhadeva

Q115: In the fourth period, ‘wretched-happy,’ what significant event occurred? The birth of the twenty-three other tirthankaras

Q116: When did the fifth period of the cosmic cycle begin, and what is its current state? It began after Mahavira's death and marks the current period, known as the 'wretched'

Q117: How long will the ‘wretched’ (duhsama) period last according to Jaina cosmology? 21,000 years

Q118: What will be the state of humanity during the sixth and final period, the ‘very wretched’ (duhsama-duhsama)? People will live for only 20 years and be only a cubit tall

Q119: What will happen to civilization during the ‘very wretched’ period? It will be completely destroyed, and people will live in caves

Q120: At the end of the ‘very wretched’ period, what will happen to the remaining inhabitants of Earth? Fierce storms will destroy many of the remaining inhabitants

Q121: What will happen after the end of the ‘very wretched’ period? The world will imperceptibly start to improve, and the age of ascent will begin

Q122: How will the six periods of the cosmic cycle repeat? They will repeat in reverse order

Q123: What is the ultimate goal of the cosmic cycle according to Jainism? To reach the peak of human happiness and virtue once again

Q124: According to Jaina philosophy, what is the relationship between the ascending and descending halves of the cosmic cycle? The ascending and descending phases are part of a continuous process without sharp breaks

Q125: What does the concept of systole and diastole refer to in Jaina cosmology? The continuous and imperceptible process of cosmic cycles

Q126: What marks the beginning of the age of ascent in Jaina philosophy? The gradual improvement of the world after the destruction of the 'very wretched' period

Q127: What helped in the spread of Jainism according to the text? The use of common dialect, simple moral precepts, and royal patronage

Q128: Who were the Jaina monks seen by during Alexander's invasion of India? On the banks of the Indus River

Q129: Who was Udayin, as per Jaina tradition? The successor of Ajatasatru and a devoted Jaina

Q130: Which city became a great center of Jainism in the first century BC? Ujjain

Q131: What was the role of Bhadrabahu in the spread of Jainism? He led a migration to the Deccan, spreading Jainism

Q132: Where did Bhadrabahu's followers establish Jainism in the south? Sravana Belgola in Mysore

Q133: What does the inscription from 900 AD record about Bhadrabahu? His footprints on the summit of Chandragiri in Mysore

Q134: Which Indian emperor became a patron of Jainism and joined Bhadrabahu’s march to the south? Chandragupta Maurya

Q135: Which king of Kalinga professed Jainism and supported its growth in the second century BC? Kharavela

Q136: In which period did Jainism flourish well at Mathura and become dominant in eastern India? Kushana period

Q137: Which two locations were significant centers of Jaina activities during the early centuries of the Christian era? Mathura and Sravana Belgola

Q138: Which royal dynasties of the south patronized Jainism in the fifth century? The Gangas, Kadambas, Chalukyas, and Rashtrakutas

Q139: Which Rashtrakuta king showed special support for Jainism and patronized Jaina art and literature? Amoghavarsha

Q140: Who composed the Mahapurana during King Amoghavarsha's reign? Jinasena and Gunabhadra

Q141: Which text was composed by Jinasena and Gunabhadra during Amoghavarsha’s reign? Mahapurana

Q142: Which king became a Jaina monk in the latter part of his life according to the text? Amoghavarsha

Q143: Which important Jaina scholar lived at the court of King Kumarapala in Gujarat? Hemachandra

Q144: What is Hemachandra famous for besides his works on philosophy and poetry? His role as royal pandit and annalist at Kumarapala’s court

Q145: What was the most famous work of Hemachandra? Trisastisalaka Purushacharita

Q146: Which period saw Jainism gain great ascendancy in Gujarat? 11th century

Q147: During the Muslim period, where did the Jainas particularly increase in numbers and influence? Rajputana

Q148: What dialect did Mahavira use for preaching his teachings? Ardha-Magadhi

Q149: What is the name of the twelve books that classified Mahavira’s teachings? Srutangas

Q150: Which language is used in the sacred literature of the Svetambaras? Ardha-Magadhi

Q151: How many Angas are there in the Jaina canonical texts? Twelve

Q152: What is the purpose of the Ayaramga-sutta (Acharangasutra)? Deals with the rules of conduct for a Jaina monk

Q153: What is the main theme of the Suyagadamga (Sutrakritanga)? A refutation of heretic doctrines

Q154: Which of the following Jaina texts contains a comprehensive exposition of Jaina doctrine? The Bhagavati

Q155: What important section of the Bhagavati text describes? The tortures of hell and joys of heaven

Q156: Which Jaina text contains a story of Gosala Makkhaliputta, the founder of the Ajivika sect? The Bhagavati

Q157: What does the Nayadhammakahao (Jnatadhar-makathah) primarily teach? The main principles of Jaina doctrine through parables

Q158: Which text narrates the story of ten rich merchants converted to the Jaina faith? The Uvasagadasao

Q159: What do the Amtagadadasao and Anuttarovavaiyadasao contain? Stories of Jaina ascetics who saved their souls through self-torture

Q160: What is the Panhavagaranaim (Prasnavyakar-anani) about? A dogmatic treatise on precepts and prohibitions

Q161: Which Jaina text illustrates the consequences of good and bad deeds after death? The Vivagasuyam

Q162: What is known about the Ditthivaya (Drishtivada) text? It seems to contain miscellaneous doctrines of a varied character

Q163: Which text is a collection of Jaina teachings that were codified 200 years after Mahavira’s death? The Angas

Q164: When did the Jaina canonical texts receive their definitive form? In the 5th century AD

Q165: Where was the council held that finalized the Jaina canon? Valabhi in Saurashtra

Q166: How many Chhedasutras are there in the Jaina canonical texts? Six

Q167: Which texts are considered miscellaneous in the Jaina canon? The miscellaneous texts

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