In Jain religion, the Svetambara canon consists of how many of Agamas?

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (b)
Explanation
· The Svetambara canon (also known as the Siddhanta or Agama Sutras) consists of 45 texts.
· This extensive collection includes:
· 12 Angas (The primary texts, though the 12th is considered lost)
· 12 Upangas (Supplementary texts)
· 10 Prakirnakas (Miscellaneous texts)
· 6 Chedasutras (Rules of conduct for monks)
· 4 Mulasutras (Basic texts for beginners)
· 2 Culikas or Independent texts (Nandi Sutra and Anuyogadvara).
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· The final compilation of these texts took place at the Second Jain Council held at Valabhi (Gujarat) in the 5th or 6th Century AD.
· The council was presided over by Devardhi Kshamashramana.
· These texts are written in Ardha-Magadhi (a form of Prakrit).