Multiple choice

Mahavira, the founder of Jainism was called Jina, which means

  1. fFree from worldly desires

  2. preacher

  3. ghost

  4. conqueror

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, was called 'Jina' which means 'conqueror' - one who has conquered inner passions like anger, pride, and deceit. This is the origin of the term 'Jainism.' The term refers to spiritual conquest, not freedom from desires (which is moksha), preaching, or ghosts.