UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 29
Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Jain doctrine’s four gatis or destinies are deva (celestial), manushya (human), tiryancha (animals/plants) and naraka (hell-beings).
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Deva is one of the four Jain destinies.
B: Correct - Yaksha is a class of attendant/deity figure, not an independent fourth gati.
C: Incorrect - Manushya is one of the four destinies.
D: Incorrect - Tiryancha includes subhuman life and is one of the four destinies.