Multiple choice

Who converted the Mauryan ruler Samprati to Jainism?

  1. Bhadrabahu

  2. Suhastin

  3. Shambhu Tavijaya

  4. Hemachandra

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Samprati, the Mauryan ruler and grandson of Ashoka, was converted to Jainism by Suhastin, who was a prominent Jain monk and disciple of Bhadrabahu. This conversion led Samprati to become a strong patron of Jainism, building temples and spreading the religion.