With reference to ancient Indian History consider the following statements 1 The first Jai...........

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With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following statements :

1. The first Jain Council was headed by Sthulabahu in Vallabhi in 3rd century BC.

2. Twelve Angas were compiled in this council.

3. Jainism got split into two groups at this council, Digambaras and Shvetambars.

How many of the above statements about First Jain council are correct ?

Only one

Only two

Only three

None

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Explanation :

Jainism

Lord Mahavira’s promotion of Jainism in the sixth century B.C. helped the faith gain popularity. The term “Jain” comes from the word “Conqueror,” jina or jaina. There were 24 Tirthankaras (masters), and Rishabhanath or Rishabhadev was the first Tirthankara. Parshvanatha, who was born in Varanasi, was the 23rd Tirthankara. Vardhaman Mahavira was the 24th Tirthkara and the final one.

Jainism Teachings
Jainists are required by their religion to live in a manner that doesn’t hurt any living thing. According to Jainism, there is a three-fold route of correct belief, knowledge, and behaviour that one can follow to overcome bad Karma, break free from the cycle of rebirth, and find salvation. These three Jain gems are referred to as Ratnatraya.

Jains are required to adhere to the five constraints in existence:

Ahimsa(Non-Violence)
Satya(Truthfulness)
Asteya (Non-Stealing)
Aparigraha(Non acquisition)
Bhattacharya (chaste living).

Jain Councils

The sacred Jain scriptures contain references to a large number of Jain Councils. These were gatherings that took place at different locations for various reasons. The primary justification given for these councils or gatherings has to do with the revision or alteration of the Jain Agamas, or holy writings of the Jain religion. Three Jain Councils in total are known to have taken place at various locations and at various periods.

1. Patliputra Council

The Patliputra Council is the name given to the first Jain Council because it took place there. Statement.1 is incorrect
It took place around 300 BC, or nearly 160 years after the passing of the final Tirthankara, Mahavir. Sthulabhadra held the chair during this gathering.
Jainism was split into two groups at this council: Digambaras and Shvetambars. Statement.3 is correct

2. Mathura Council and Vallabhi Council

The second meeting simultaneously took place in Mathura and Vallabhi.
Twelve Angas were compiled during this council. Statement.2 is incorrect
It took place in 512 AD. Devaradhi Kshama Ramana presided over the gathering in Vallabhi.

3. Vallabhi Council
The third and final conference took place in Vallabhi, now known as Vallabhi II. The Svetambaras were primarily responsible for calling this council, and Devarddhigani Kshamashramana presided over the gathering. It took place between 453 and 456 CE.