History Jainism And Buddhism

Q. Who among the following rulers had embraced Jainism?

A
Bindusara
B
Chandragupta Maurya
C
Ajatashatru
D
Pulakesin

Correct Answer

Chandragupta Maurya

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    B)I and II are correct
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    B)Shankaracharya
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