With reference to ancient India, Vardhamana Mahavira was generally known by which of the following epithets? 1. Nayaputta 2. Shakyamuni 3. Kevalin Select the correct answer using the code given below: |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to ancient India, Vardhamana Mahavira was generally known by which of the following epithets?
1.Nayaputta
2.Shakyamuni
3.Kevalin
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

Nayaputta applies to Mahavira: In early Pali and Prakrit texts, Mahavira is referred to as Nigantha Nataputta (the naked ascetic of the Jnatrika clan).
Shakyamuni does NOT apply to Mahavira: Shakyamuni (Sage of the Shakya clan) is an epithet used exclusively for Gautama Buddha.
Kevalin applies to Mahavira: Kevalin denotes one who has attained Kevala Jnana (absolute/omniscient knowledge) in Jain tradition.