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Jainism

Asked 12 times across 4 UPSC exams over 12 years (2014–2026), peaking in 2021.
12
PYQs
4/4
Exams
8
Years active
2014–2026
Span
2021
Peak
12/12
Answers

Sample questions

CSE2026
Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included?
  1. A Deva (gods)
  2. B Yaksha (demi-gods) ✓
  3. C Manushya (humans)
  4. D Tiryancha (animals and plants)
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Art & Culture › Religion & Philosophy
CDS2025
Which of the following is one of the 'three gems' (triratna) of Jainism ?
  1. A Brahmacharya
  2. B Samyag-darshana ✓
  3. C Sunrita
  4. D Asteya
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Art & Culture › Religion & Philosophy
CSE2023
'Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects.' The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?
  1. A Buddhism
  2. B Jainism ✓
  3. C Shaivism
  4. D Vaishnavism
✓ Correct answer: (B)
History › Ancient India

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