Q. Jainism was divided into two sects – Swetambaras (White-clad) and Digambaras (Sky clad or naked) – During the reign of the

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Mauryas

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    C)Non-cooperation, revolution and referendum
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    B)Calcutta Session, 1920
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  • Q. Which Sultan of Delhi died while playing the chaugan (polo)?
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    A)1893
    B)1887
    C)1898
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