Q. Consider the following statements regarding Jainism:
1.It is an egalitarian religion.
2.Women Jains can attain salvation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: Jainism is an egalitarian religion. It does not sanction any inequality based on birth.

  • It is one’s deeds that determine one’s status in society and not birth.
  • Jainism believes that “by one’s action one becomes a Brahmin, a Kshatriya, or a Vaishya, or a Sudra.”
  • Pride based on birth is considered a sin.
  • Women were admitted into the monastic order. However, as a woman one cannot attain salvation.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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