History Jainism And Buddhism

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

A
detached
B
great
C
non-violence
D
conqueror (of senses)

Correct Answer

conqueror (of senses)

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    B)1909
    C)1935
    D)1861
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    A)Kabir
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    C)Mirabai
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    B)Fight for women's rights and education
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    B)Invasion of Aryans
    C)Earthquakes
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    A)Deer
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    C)Elephant
    D)Horse
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