Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included ?
A
Deva (gods)
B
Yaksha (demi-gods)
Correct answer
C
Manushya (humans)
D
Tiryancha (animals and plants)
Explanation
Jainism places every worldly soul in one of four gatis (states of existence): deva (heavenly beings), manushya (humans), tiryancha (animals, plants and other living beings) and naraki (hell beings). Yakshas are a class of minor deities counted among the devas, not a separate form of existence, so Yaksha is the one not included.
Ancient Indian HistoryJainism: doctrineJainismGatiDevaManushyaTiryanchaNaraki