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According to Jaina tradition, Mahavira was preceded by how many teachers?

A23
B12
C18
D11
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 23
1. Mahavira stood in a long line of guides. 2. Jaina tradition counts 23 teachers before him. 3. Each is called a tirthankara. _Source: syllabus History, Theme 4 'Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings' (lehs104)_
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