Question

Who was the ${23}^{rd}$ Tirthankara in Jainism?

• A. Parswanatha
• B. Hari Prabha Sena
• C. Mahavira
• D. Konda Kunda Charya

Answer 1

The correct option is A Parswanatha

Tirthankara, in Jainism, is a saviour who has succeeded in crossing over life’s stream of rebirths and has made a path for others to follow. According to Jain belief, each cosmic age produces its own group of 24 Tirthankaras. The first tirthankara in this present time cycle was Rishabhanatha. The 23${}^{rd}$ tirthankara was Parswanath. He was the first Tirthankara for whom there is historical evidence.