Question

Who propagate Jainism?

• A. Vardhamana Mahavira
• B. Gautama Buddha
• C. Ashoka the Great
• D. Adi Shankaracharya

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Vardhamana Mahavira

Jainism

• Vardhamana Mahavira, a contemporary of Sri Buddha, propagated Jainism. According to Jains, there are 24 thirthankaras. Mahavira was the 24th thirthankara.

• Jainism also emphasised on ahimsa. As in Buddhism, Jainism was also against vedic practices and caste system.