With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts : 1. Nettipakarana 2. Parishishtaparvan 3. Avadanashataka 4. Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana Which of the above are Jaina texts ?

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Q: 55 (IAS/2022)
With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts :
1. Nettipakarana
2. Parishishtaparvan
3. Avadanashataka
4. Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana
Which of the above are Jaina texts ?

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History

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IAS

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  1. Nettipakarana is a Buddhist text that deals with elephants.
  2. Parishishtaparvan is a text in Sanskrit that is part of the Mahabharata, which is a Hindu epic.
  3. Avadanashataka is a collection of stories in Sanskrit, some of which are Buddhist and some of which are Jaina.
  4. Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana is a Jaina text that deals with the life of Lord Mahavira.

Therefore, the only Jaina texts among the given options are 2 and 4.

 

Preparing for Future Exams: Learning from the Analysis of Past Questions

Topics:

  • Indian history
  • Jaina texts

Sources:

  • NCERT Class 12 History textbook, Chapter 5: Through the Eyes of Travellers
  • "Jain Literature" article on the Indian Heritage and Culture website 
  • "Jaina Literature" article on the Jainworld website (https://www.jainworld.com/literature/)

Concepts to study:

  • Jaina philosophy and beliefs
  • History of Jaina literature
  • Comparison of Jaina texts with texts from other Indian religious traditions
  • Influence of Jaina literature on Indian culture and society

Reference book chapters:

  • "Jainism" chapter in "An Introduction to Indian Philosophy" by Christopher Bartley
  • "Jainism" chapter in "The World's Religions" by Huston Smith
  • "Jainism" chapter in "Religions of the World: A Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Beliefs and Practices" edited by J. Gordon Melton and Martin Baumann