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Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?

  1. 1.The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance.
  2. 2.Every object, even the smallest particle, has a soul.
  3. 3.Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 and 3 only
  3. C.1 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

Jainism posits that karma is a substance that clings to the soul, obstructing its purity and liberation. The practice of penance (tapas) is considered a primary method for shedding accumulated karma and preventing new influx. Furthermore, Jain philosophy embraces anekantavada, leading to the belief that souls (jivas) reside not only in humans and animals but also in inanimate objects like rocks and water particles, each with its own consciousness.

Source: UPSC gs1 2013

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