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Jainism- Spread, Split, and Decline

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Consider the following statements with reference to the Mauryan rulers

1. Bindusara, under the influence of Bhadrabahu, converted to Jainism.

2. Chandragupta Maurya had inclination towards Ajivika sect.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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D

Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is D Neither 1 nor 2
Bindusara had an inclination towards Ajivika sect and Chandragupta Maurya converted to Jainism in the later half of his life under the guidance of his spiritual teacher Bhadrabahu.

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