Question

With reference to ancient Jainism, which one of the following statement is correct?

A Jainism was spread in South India under the leadership of Sthalabahu
B The Jain was who remained under the leadership of Bhadrabahu were called Shvetambaras after the Council held at Pataliputra
C Jainism enjoyed the patronage of the Kalinga king Kharavela in the first century BC
D In the initial stage of Jainism, the Jainas worshipped images unlike Buddhists

Answer & Explanation

Answer: [C]