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Statewise GK · Q149

Karnataka GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 149

Q149

Which ruler is credited for the spread of Jainism in Karnataka?

A.
Chandragupta Maurya
Answer
B.
Bimbisara
C.
Ashoka
D.
Samparati

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Chandragupta Maurya is credited for the spread of Jainism in Karnataka. The Emperor became a Jaina, gave up his throne and spent the last years of his life in Karnataka as a Jaina ascetic.