UPSC 2022HistoryModerate

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?

A
1, 2 and 3
B
2 and 4 only
Correct Answer
C
1, 3 and 4
D
2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Option (b) is correct because *Parishishtaparvan* (by Hemachandra) and *Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana* (by Jinasena) are major Jaina works detailing the lives of Tirthankaras and Jaina history. The other options are incorrect because *Nettipakarana* and *Avadanashataka* are prominent Buddhist texts belonging to the Pali and Sanskrit Buddhist traditions, respectively. This question tests the core concept of distinguishing between the literary canons and hagiographies of ancient Indian religious traditions, specifically Jainism and Buddhism.

Ancient Indian HistoryJainism LiteratureIndian historyJaina textsNettipakaranaParishishtaparvanAvadanashatakaTrishashtilakshana Mahapurana

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