Sub-sects of Jainism
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2018
Evidence Source
LinkID: HIS_PHI_2018_12 Ref: The Jaina Path of Purification by Padmanabh Jaini
With reference to the religious practices in India, the 'Sthanakvasi' sect belongs to
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Correct Option: B
The Sthanakvasi sect belongs to Jainism. It is a sub-sect of the Shvetambara tradition that does not believe in idol worship or temple rituals.