Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included ? (a) Deva (gods) (b) Yaksha (demi-gods) (c) Manushya (humans) (d) Tiryancha (animals and plants)

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UPSC Prelims 2026 GS Paper — Question 15

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Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included ?

(a)Deva (gods)
(b)Yaksha (demi-gods)
(c)Manushya (humans)
(d)Tiryancha (animals and plants)

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Art & Culture

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Art & Culture — Jainism

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