Correct option is D
The correct answer is:(d) Rishabhanatha
Explanation:
In Jainism, Rishabhanatha (Rishabhdev) is regarded as the first Tirthankara. He is believed to have lived in ancient times and is mentioned in Jain scriptures as well as some Hindu texts like the Bhagavata Purana.
Rishabhanatha is credited with introducing the concepts of agriculture, trade, and social order to human civilization.
Information Booster:
- Rishabhanatha is also called Adinath, meaning "the first lord".
- He is believed to have attained moksha (liberation) at Mount Ashtapada (Kailash).
- His teachings laid the foundation for Jain dharma, which was later expanded by the 23rd Tirthankara Parshvanath and 24th Tirthankara Mahavira.
Additional Knowledge:
Neminath
- 22nd Tirthankara of Jainism.
- A contemporary of Krishna in Jain tradition.
- His symbol is the conch shell.
Vardhaman Mahavira
- 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism.
- Lived in the 6th century BCE and is considered the greatest reformer of Jainism.
- His symbol is the lion.
Parshvanath
- 23rd Tirthankara, born around 877 BCE.
- Introduced Fourfold Restraints (Chaturyama) in Jainism.
- His symbol is the serpent (snake).
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