Which of the following doctrine was added by Mahavira in Jainism?
A
Not to speak a lie (Satya)
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B
Do not steal (Asteya)
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C
Do not commit violence (Ahimsa)
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D
Practice chastity (Brahmacharya)
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Solution
The correct option is D Practice chastity (Brahmacharya) Jainism did not accept the authority of the Vedas. The Jains do not worship God. Jainism preaches five vows. It is said that only the fifth vow was added by Mahavira. The five vows are as follows: