Question

Write a short note on Mahavira’s teachings.

Answer 1

• Mahavira was the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism.
• He taught the path of non-violence (Ahimsa), truthfulness, and renunciation of worldly attachments.
• Central to his teachings are the Five Great Vows: non-violence, truth, non-stealing, celibacy, and non-possession.
• He emphasised self-discipline, meditation, and compassion towards all living beings.
• Mahavira taught that liberation (moksha) is achieved by freeing the soul from karmic bonds.