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History GK · Q191

Jainism And Buddhism

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 191

Q191

Who was Ajitnath Tirthankara in his previous life?

A.
Siddharth
B.
Maharaj Vimalvahan
Answer
C.
Mahavir
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The soul that became Bhagavan Ajitnath, in its earlier incarnation, was the great king Vimalvahan of Susima city in Mahavideh area. He purified his soul to a level where he could earn the Tirthankar-nam-and-gotra-karma. When king Jitshatru became old and wanted to devote the last part his life to spiritual pursuit.