Which principle is important among the five great vows of Jainism?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Non-violence
Ahimsa, or non-violence, is one of Jainism’s five great vows and is given exceptional importance in Jain ethics. The other vows are truth, non-stealing, celibacy or chastity, and non-possession. These vows discipline thought, speech and action; they promote restraint rather than military expansion, tax increase or conquest. Thus, option A is the correct principle.
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Non-violence
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Ahimsa, or non-violence, is one of Jainism’s five great vows and is given exceptional importance in Jain ethics. The other vows are truth, non-stealing, celibacy or chastity, and non-possession. These vows discipline thought, speech and action; they promote restraint rather than military expansion, tax increase or conquest. Thus, option A is the correct principle.
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This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: Writing and City Life.
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