Q. The word Jina from which the Jain(ism) has originated stands for

Correct Answer

conqueror (of senses)

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    A)Nishka
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    A)1751
    B)1707
    C)1765
    D)1757
    Answer: 1757
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    B)Mauryas - Brihadratha
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    C)Bihar
    D)Gujrat
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    A)Ramanujacharya
    B)Adi Shankaracharya
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  • Q. Which of the following leader was associated with the Home Rule League?
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  • Q. When was Operation ‘Condor’ implemented?
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    B)1970
    C)1980
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  • Q. The well-known painting showing the arrival at the Mughal Court of the great singer Tansen exhibits
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    C)Hindu Style
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  • Q. Who, among the following, was not a part of the Mauryan dynasty?
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    B)Ajatsatru
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    B)1882
    C)1901
    D)1909
    Answer: 1882
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