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What were the Jain texts known as?
A
Triratnas
B
Yagas
C
Prakrit
D
Agamas
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The texts containing the teachings of Mahavira are called the Agamas, and are the canonical literature-the scriptures-of Svetambara Jainism.

Detailed explanation-2: -Indeed, the Tattvarthasūtra is considered the authoritative Jain philosophy text by all traditions of Jainism. It has the same importance in Jainism as Vedanta Sūtras and Yogasūtras have in Hinduism.

Detailed explanation-3: –Angas (also known as agamas) are 45 sacred Jain texts based on the tirthankara’s discourse.

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