HISTORY
JAINISM
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Question
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With reference to Jainism which one of the following statements is correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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Neither 1 nor 2
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -With reference to ancient Jainism, which one of the following statements is correct? Answer: [C] Jainism enjoyed the patronage of the Kalinga king Kharavela in the first century BC. Notes: Jainism spread in South India under the leadership of Bhadrabahu (not Sthalabahu).
Detailed explanation-2: -Kharavela patronized Jainism. Kharavela was king of Kalinga from Mahameghavahana dynasty or Chedi dynasty.
Detailed explanation-3: -Emperor Kharavela of Mahameghavahana dynasty, was religiously tolerant, while being a patron of Jainism.
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