How does a soul achieve Kaivalya?

By following the three jewels (Right Faith, Knowledge, and Conduct) to stop the influx of new karma and exhaust existing karma through penance.

Jain Epistemology

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: In Jain Religion, which word is used for 'Complete Intellect'?

In Jainism, 'Kaivalya' refers to the state of complete intellect or omniscience. It is the highest form of knowledge attained when a soul is totally freed from karmic influence.

Exam Year

1993

Evidence Source

Link

ID: HIS_PHI_1993_44 Ref: Outlines of Indian Philosophy by M. Hiriyanna