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The Jainas believe that Jainism is the outcome of the teachings of 24 tirthankaras. In the light of this statement, which one among the following is correct of Vardhamana Mahavira?
Options:
A .  He was the last and 24th tirthankara, who was not considered as the founder of the new faith but as a reformer of the existing religious sect
B .  He was not one of the 24 tirthankaras
C .  He was the first tirthankara and the founder of Jainism
D .  He was the 23rd tirthankara, the first 22 tirthankaras being considered legendary
Answer: Option A
Answer: (a)Mahavira was a teacher of the religion of Jainism. He lived in India. His followers believed that he was the 24th in a line of great teachers. These teachers were called tirthankaras.

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