Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii
Explanation:
· A. Kalpa-Sutra iii Early history of Jainism: Written by the Jain monk Bhadrabahu, this text is the most important historical source for early Jainism. It contains the biographies of the Jain Tirthankaras, particularly Parshvanatha and Mahavira.
· B. Bhagwati Sutra i Description of Mahavira's deeds: Also known as Vyakhyaprajnapti, this is the fifth of the 12 Jain Agamas. It is written in the form of a dialogue between Lord Mahavira and his disciple Indrabhuti Gautama. It provides detailed descriptions of Mahavira's life, his deeds, and his philosophical teachings.
· C. Nikaya iv Compendium of Buddhist doctrines: The term "Nikaya" refers to the five collections of suttas (discourses) in the Sutta Pitaka of the Pali Canon in Buddhism (e.g., Digha Nikaya, Majjhima Nikaya). These contain the doctrinal teachings of the Buddha.
· D. Acharanga Sutra ii Code of conduct of Jain monks: This is the first of the 12 Jain Angas (Agamas). As the name implies ( Achara meaning conduct), it deals primarily with the monastic code of conduct, discipline, and the ascetic lifestyle required for Jain monks.
Additional Information (Other Options):
· Mahajanapadas: The Bhagwati Sutra is also famous for providing a list of the 16 Mahajanapadas (Great Kingdoms) of ancient India, which slightly differs from the Buddhist list found in the Anguttara Nikaya.
Information Booster:
· Language: The Jain texts (Kalpa Sutra, Acharanga Sutra) were primarily written in Prakrit (Ardhamagadhi), whereas the Buddhist Nikayas were written in Pali.
· Kalpa Sutra Tradition: The Kalpa Sutra is traditionally recited by Jain monks during the festival of Paryushan.
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