Jainism Bit Bank in English 1-62

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Jainism Bit Bank in English 1-62

Jainism Bit Bank (Questions 1-62)

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

Q2: In which year was Mahavira born? 540 BC

Q3: Mahavira’s father, Siddhartha, was the head of which Kshatriya clan? Jantrikas

Q4: Who was Mahavira's mother? Trisala

Q5: Who was Mahavira married to? Yasoda

Q6: What was the name of Mahavira’s daughter? Anojja / Anogna

Q7: At what age did Mahavira become an ascetic? 30

Q8: For how many years did Mahavira roam as an ascetic before attaining kaivalya (Perfect Knowledge)? 10 years

Q9: Mahavira attained kaivalya (Perfect Knowledge) at the age of: 42

Q10: Where did Mahavira attain kaivalya (Perfect Knowledge)? Jrimbhikagrama

Q11: How long did Mahavira preach after attaining kaivalya? 30 years

Q12: At what age did Mahavira pass away? 72

Q13: Where did Mahavira die? Pavapuri

Q14: What was the name of the sect founded by Mahavira? Nirgranthas

Q15: What title was given to Mahavira and his followers? Jinas (Conquerors)

Q16: What was the main teaching of Mahavira? Non-violence (Ahimsa)

Q17: Who was Mahavira's contemporary and also an important figure in religious history? Gautama Buddha

Q18: What is the term used for the followers of Mahavira? Jains

Q19: Mahavira’s philosophy and teachings were compiled into a text called: Agamas

Q20: How many Tirthankaras are there in Jainism? 24

Q21: What animal is associated with Mahavira as his symbol? Lion

Q22: Mahavira's teachings focus primarily on the liberation of the soul from: Rebirth

Q23: What is the name of the sect that Mahavira founded? Nirgranthas

Q24: Which of the following was NOT a principle in Mahavira's teachings? Caste system

Q25: Mahavira achieved spiritual knowledge under a tree at: Jrimbhikagrama

Q26: The term "Kaivalya" in Jainism refers to: Perfect knowledge

Q27: What significant event happened at Pavapuri in Mahavira’s life? His death

Q28: Mahavira's teachings and philosophy were mainly centered around the concept of: Liberation and Non-violence

Q29: Which animal is associated with the Tirthankara "Ajita"? Elephant

Q30: Mahavira emphasized the need for self-discipline through the practice of: Asceticism

Q31: Mahavira was born in which region of ancient India? Vaisali

Q32: What was the name of Mahavira's first teacher after he left his family? Gosala Maskariputra

Q33: Mahavira's teachings had a strong influence on which aspect of life? Social reform and ethics

Q34: Which of the following principles was added by Mahavira to the cardinal principles of Jainism? Observing continence (Brahmacharya)

Q35: The five cardinal principles of Jainism, when observed by a monk strictly, are known as: Mahavratas

Q36: Which of the following is the ultimate aim of life in Jainism according to Mahavira’s teachings? Liberation (Moksha)

Q37: The ethical code for a lay follower in Jainism is less rigorous and is called: Anuvratas

Q38: What are the three main teachings or jewels of Jainism referred to as the Ratnatraya? Knowledge, Action, Liberation

Q39: According to Mahavira, what are the two primary substances that exist in the world? Matter and Soul

Q40: Mahavira believed that the soul is in bondage due to: Ignorance and Karma

Q41: What is the final liberation of the soul called in Jainism? Moksha

Q42: Mahavira rejected the authority of the Vedas and objected to: Vedic rituals and Brahmin supremacy

Q43: After the famine in the Ganges valley, Jaina monks were led to migrate to: The Deccan and South India

Q44: Which of the following was a leader of the Jaina monks who migrated to South India? Bhadrabahu

Q45: The division of Jainism into two main sects occurred due to: The changes in the code of conduct after the famine

Q46: The two main sects of Jainism that emerged after the famine and schism are: Digambaras and Svetambaras

Q47: Which of the following is true about the Digambara sect of Jainism? They believe in complete renunciation of worldly possessions, including clothing

Q48: The Svetambara sect of Jainism differs from the Digambara sect in that they: Wear white clothing

Q49: Where was the first Jaina Council held? Pataliputra

Q50: Who chaired the first Jaina Council held at Pataliputra? Sthulabahu

Q51: What was the outcome of the first Jaina Council held at Pataliputra? Compilation of 12 Angas by the Svetambaras

Q52: The second Jaina Council was held at Vallabhi under the leadership of: Devardhi Kshamasramana

Q53: Which texts were compiled during the second Jaina Council at Vallabhi? 12 Upangas, 10 Prakirnas, 6 Chedasutras & 4 Mulasutras

Q54: After the second Jaina Council, which new groups emerged from the Digambaras and Svetambaras? Samaiyas and Terapantis

Q55: What was the main belief of the Samaiyas and Terapantis sects that emerged after the schism? Worship of only the scriptures

Q56: Who was the first thera (pontiff) of the Jaina Church after Mahavira's death? Arya Sudharman

Q57: What text did Bhadrabahu contribute to the history of the Jaina Church? Jaina Kalpasutra

Q58: What are the three sections of the Jaina Kalpasutra? Jainacharita, Theravali, Samachari

Q59: The Jaina Kalpasutra contains biographies of the twenty-three Jinas or Tirthankaras. Who is considered the twenty-third Jina? Parsvanatha

Q60: Who was the contemporary of Chandragupta Maurya among the Jainas? Bhadrabahu

Q61: Who perfected the fourteen Purvas, the ancient Jaina scriptures? Bhadrabahu and Sambhutavijaya

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

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