List of top History Questions on Jainism asked in CBSE CLASS XII

Describe the main ideas of Jainism along with its spread across India in the ancient period.
Which of the following statements regarding Jainism is correct?
I. Vardhaman Mahavira was born in $5^{\text{th}}$ Century CE.
II. Mahavira was the $24^{\text{th}}$ Tirathankar.
III. Jains worship Lord Shiva as Mahavira.
IV. The principle of Ahimsa is emphasised in Jainism.
In what ways do the Jain teachings influence the ethical and spiritual practices of the believers? Explain with examples.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from the given options.
In Jaina philosophy, the cycle of birth and rebirth is influenced by ____.
Describe the processes adopted by V.S. Sukthankar and his team in preparing the critical edition of the Mahabharata.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from the given options:
In Jainism, the practice of severe asceticism and non-attachment is intended to achieve __, which is liberation from the cycle of birth and death.