Question

UPSC Prelims 2018 Question:

Which reference to the religious practices in India, the "Sthanakvasi" sect belongs to

1. Buddhism
2. Jainism
3. Vaishnavism
4. Shaivism

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2: Jainism

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

Sthanakvasi is a branch sect of Shwetambara Jainism.
This sect was founded by Lonka Shah.
It believes that idol worship is not essential in the path of soul purification and attainment of Nirvana/Moksha.

Therefore, option (2) is the correct answer.

Subject: History | Buddhism and Jainism

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