Question

, in Jain culture, sees religious leaders observe a vow of silence and indulge in meditation, fasting and give religious discourses to the public.

• A. Chaturmas
• B. Mahavir Jayanti
• C. Mahamastakabhisheka

Answer 1

The correct option is A Chaturmas

In Jain culture, chaturmas is a period during which religious leaders observe a vow of silence and indulge in meditation, fasting and give religious discourses to the general public. The Nalanda University was a pilgrimage site for Jains as Mahavir had performed 14 chaturmas there.