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JAINISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Ajiva-the nonliving components of the Jain universe consists of ____
A
space and time
B
motion and rest
C
all forms of matter
D
all the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Jains believe plants, animals, and even some nonliving things (like air and water) have souls, just as humans do. The principle of nonviolence includes doing no harm to humans, plants, animals, and nature.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Jain Philosophy has divided Ajivas into the following five categories: (1) Dharmastikay (Medium of Motion). (2) Adharmastikay (Medium of Rest). (3) Akashastikay (Space).

Detailed explanation-3: -Jain monks, after positioning themselves in the sublime state of soul consciousness, take five main vows: ahiṃsā (non-violence), satya (truth), asteya (not stealing), brahmacharya (chastity), and aparigraha (non-possessiveness).

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