Match Jain Tirthankaras with their Symbols
Adinatha is associated with the Bull, Mallinatha with the Water Jar, Parshavanatha with the Snake, and Sambhavnatha with the Horse.
Primary Reference: NCERT Class 11 - An Introduction to Indian Art
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Exam Year
2024
Evidence Source
Link ↗Match the following Tirthankaras with their symbols:Tirthankara Symbol A. Adinatha 1. Bull B. Mallinatha 2. Water Jar C. Parshavanatha 3. Serpent D. Sambhavnatha 4. Horse
| Tirthankara | Symbol |
|---|---|
| A. Adinatha | 1. Bull |
| B. Mallinatha | 2. Water Jar |
| C. Parshavanatha | 3. Serpent |
| D. Sambhavnatha | 4. Horse |
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Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
Each of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras is associated with a specific animal or object (Lanchhana) to distinguish their iconography.
Authentic Source Evidence
Iconographic texts like the 'Pratima Lakshana' and various temple carvings confirm these associations.
Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"What is the symbol for the 24th Tirthankara, Mahavira?"
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"These symbols were essential for lay followers to identify specific deities in temples where statues are otherwise identical in facial and bodily form."
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