Question

     Who among the following rulers had embraced Jainism?

    A Ajatashatru Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Chandragupta Maurya Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Bindusara Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Pulakesin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Chandragupta Mauryan adopted Jainism and he performed Jain ritual Santhara in the last days of his life. During his reign, Jainism was divided into two sects- Shvetambara and Digambara.

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