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JAINISM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the people of the religion, Jainism called?
A
Jainists
B
People of Jainism
C
Jains
D
None
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The most illustrious of those few individuals who have achieved enlightenment are called Jina (literally, “Conqueror”), and the tradition’s monastic and lay adherents are called Jain (“Follower of the Conquerors”), or Jaina.

Detailed explanation-2: -The followers of Mahavira were known as Jainas. They had to lead very simple lives. They also had to beg for their food.

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