Jaina Canonical History
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2020
Evidence Source
LinkID: HIS_PHI_2020_89 Ref: History of Jainism
Read the following statements related to Jaina Literature and choose the appropriate option:
Statement I: The Shvetambara Canon included the 12 Angas.
Statement II: According to Shvetambara tradition, the Angas were compiled at a council held at Vallabhi.
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Correct Option: D
The Shvetambara Jain canon includes the 12 Angas. These were first compiled during the council at Pataliputra, not Vallabhi.