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Who among the following rulers had embraced Jainism?

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Chandragupta Maurya
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Bindusara
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Ajatashatru
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Pulakesin
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Solution

The correct option is C Chandragupta Maurya
Chandragupta Mauryan adopted Jainism and he performed Jain ritual Santhara in the last days of his life. During his reign, Jainism was divided into two sects- Shvetambara and Digambara. Bindusara was the follower of Ajivaka Sect.

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