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Which of the following statements about Mahavira is/are correct ?
1. Mahavira's doctrines include observance of continence
2. the division of Jainism into Svetambara and digambara sects took place during Mahavira's time
3. Mahavira condemned the Varna system


A) 1 and 2

B) 1 and 3

C) 2 and 3

D) only 1

Correct Answer:
D) only 1


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