Multiple choice

What was Mahavira's original name?

  1. Gautam

  2. Sambhava

  3. Vardhamana

  4. Nayaputtaa

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mahavira's original birth name was Vardhamana (also spelled Vardhamana). He was born into a royal family and later earned the title "Mahavira" (Great Hero) due to his spiritual conquests. Gautam was Buddha's first name, not Mahavira's.