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Q. With reference to the religious history of ancient India, the term ‘Anuvrata’ refers to:

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Basic principles of Jainism
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Vows for common Jain people
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Vows for common Mahayana Buddhist people
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Vows for common people during Gupta period
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Solution

The correct option is B Vows for common Jain people

Explanation:

In Jainism, for a common man, to observe all the above five vows are difficult and they can practice them as far as their condition permits. The vows or “vratas” partially observed are called “Anuvratas” i.e, small or partial vows.


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