Jain Philosophy

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What is the fundamental principle of Jain philosophy?

  1. Non-violence (Ahimsa)

  2. Truthfulness (Satya)

  3. Non-stealing (Asteya)

  4. Non-possessiveness (Aparigraha)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the central tenet of Jain philosophy, emphasizing the avoidance of any form of violence or harm to living beings.

What is the concept of 'anekantavada' in Jain philosophy?

  1. The theory of multiple perspectives

  2. The doctrine of non-absolutism

  3. The principle of non-violence

  4. The practice of meditation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anekāntavāda is a Jain philosophical doctrine that asserts that reality is complex and multifaceted, and can be viewed from multiple perspectives.

Who is considered the founder of Jainism?

  1. Mahavira

  2. Parshvanatha

  3. Rishabhanatha

  4. Neminatha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahavira, also known as Vardhamana, is regarded as the 24th and final Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of Jainism.

What is the ultimate goal of a Jain practitioner?

  1. Moksha (liberation)

  2. Nirvana (enlightenment)

  3. Samadhi (meditative absorption)

  4. Bhakti (devotion)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, is the ultimate goal of a Jain practitioner.

Which of the following is a sacred text of Jainism?

  1. Agamas

  2. Upanishads

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Qur'an


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agamas are the sacred texts of Jainism, containing teachings on philosophy, ethics, and spiritual practices.

What is the concept of 'syadvada' in Jain philosophy?

  1. The theory of conditional predication

  2. The doctrine of non-absolutism

  3. The principle of non-violence

  4. The practice of meditation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Syādvāda is a Jain philosophical doctrine that asserts that all statements are true only under certain conditions and perspectives.

What is the concept of 'karma' in Jain philosophy?

  1. The law of cause and effect

  2. The accumulation of good and bad deeds

  3. The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

  4. The ultimate goal of a Jain practitioner


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Karma, in Jain philosophy, refers to the accumulation of good and bad deeds that determine the nature of one's future existence.

What is the concept of 'tirthankara' in Jain philosophy?

  1. A spiritual teacher

  2. A liberated soul

  3. A founder of Jainism

  4. A sacred text


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tirthankaras are spiritual teachers in Jainism who have attained liberation and guide others on the path to moksha.

What is the concept of 'samyak darsana' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Right faith

  2. Right knowledge

  3. Right conduct

  4. Right meditation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samyak darsana refers to right faith or correct understanding of the principles of Jain philosophy.

What is the concept of 'samyak jnana' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Right faith

  2. Right knowledge

  3. Right conduct

  4. Right meditation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Samyak jnana refers to right knowledge or correct understanding of the nature of reality and the path to liberation.

What is the concept of 'samyak charitra' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Right faith

  2. Right knowledge

  3. Right conduct

  4. Right meditation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Samyak charitra refers to right conduct or ethical behavior in accordance with Jain principles.

What is the concept of 'samyak tapa' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Right faith

  2. Right knowledge

  3. Right conduct

  4. Right meditation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Samyak tapa refers to right meditation or spiritual practices that lead to inner purification and liberation.

What is the concept of 'ahimsa' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Non-possessiveness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the principle of non-violence and the avoidance of harm to all living beings.

What is the concept of 'satya' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Non-possessiveness


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Satya is the principle of truthfulness and honesty in speech and action.

What is the concept of 'asteya' in Jain philosophy?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Non-possessiveness


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Asteya is the principle of non-stealing and respecting the property of others.

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