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Sthanakavasi Jainism: Core Principles and Practices

Explore the unique Sthanakavasi tradition of Jainism, its founding, worship practices, and core ethical principles

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the central principle of Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Non-violence (Ahimsa)
  2. Non-possessiveness (Aparigraha)
  3. Truthfulness (Satya)
  4. Non-stealing (Asteya)
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary focus of Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Spiritual liberation (Moksha)
  2. Social reform
  3. Economic prosperity
  4. Political power
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is considered the founder of Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Lord Mahavira
  2. Gautama Buddha
  3. Acharya Kundakunda
  4. Acharya Jinasena
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary scripture of Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. The Vedas
  2. The Upanishads
  3. The Bhagavad Gita
  4. The Tattvartha Sutra
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the concept of 'Sthanak' in Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. A place of worship
  2. A pilgrimage site
  3. A center for spiritual learning
  4. A community of Jain followers
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the significance of 'Sthanakvasi' in the Jain community?

  1. They are itinerant monks
  2. They are householders who follow Jain principles
  3. They are Jain scholars and teachers
  4. They are Jain ascetics who practice severe austerities
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the primary goal of a Sthanakvasi Jain?

  1. To attain spiritual liberation
  2. To accumulate wealth and possessions
  3. To gain political power
  4. To indulge in worldly pleasures
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How do Sthanakvasi Jains practice non-violence?

  1. By avoiding meat and eggs
  2. By refraining from harming any living being
  3. By donating money to charity
  4. By participating in political protests
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the concept of 'Aparigraha' in Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Non-possessiveness
  2. Non-attachment
  3. Non-stealing
  4. Non-violence
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How do Sthanakvasi Jains practice 'Aparigraha'?

  1. By living a simple and minimalistic lifestyle
  2. By accumulating wealth and possessions
  3. By indulging in worldly pleasures
  4. By seeking political power
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the concept of 'Satya' in Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Truthfulness
  2. Non-violence
  3. Non-possessiveness
  4. Non-stealing
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How do Sthanakvasi Jains practice 'Satya'?

  1. By always speaking the truth
  2. By engaging in deception and manipulation
  3. By making false promises
  4. By spreading rumors and gossip
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the concept of 'Asteya' in Sthanakavasi Jainism?

  1. Non-stealing
  2. Non-violence
  3. Non-possessiveness
  4. Truthfulness
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

How do Sthanakvasi Jains practice 'Asteya'?

  1. By respecting the property and belongings of others
  2. By engaging in theft and robbery
  3. By accepting bribes and illegal payments
  4. By misusing public funds
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the ultimate goal of a Sthanakvasi Jain?

  1. To attain spiritual liberation (Moksha)
  2. To accumulate wealth and possessions
  3. To gain political power
  4. To indulge in worldly pleasures
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