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      Question

      Consider the following statements regarding Jain

      Agamas: 1.Lord Mahavir himself originally compiled the Jain Agamas. 2.These scriptures were methodically compiled by Mahavir’s immediate disciples, the Ganadharas, and elder monks, Srut-kevalis. 3.Jain Agamas can be classified into Canonical (Agam) and Non-canonical literary works. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
      A I & II only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B II & III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C I & III only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Sol. The Jain Agamas were not compiled by Mahavira himself but by his disciples, the Ganadharas and Srut-kevalis. These scriptures are divided into Canonical (Agam) and Non-canonical texts based on their religious significance.

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