Where was the first Jain Council held after the death of Mahavira?

Pataliputra

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Rajgriha

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Junagarh

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Vallabhi

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Solution

The correct option is A
Pataliputra

Answer:
The correct answer is option (A) – Pataliputra.
Pataliputra is the current city of Patna, capital of Bihar. The second Jain council was probably held simultaneously in Vallabhi and Mathura. The third Jain Council was held in Vallabhi. Vallabhi is located in Gujarat, and Mathura is located in Uttar Pradesh.

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