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Which of the following Jain terms refers to the absolute omniscience or supreme knowledge attained by a Tirthankara?
A. Kevala Jnana✓ Correct Answer
B. Samyak Darshana
C. Nirgrantha
D. Anekantavada
💡 Solution & Explanation
Kevala Jnana refers to the state of supreme, infinite knowledge and omniscience attained by a Tirthankara or liberated soul in Jainism. Other terms like Samyak Darshana relate to right faith rather than absolute omniscience. Achieving this state represents the culmination of spiritual discipline and ascetic purification.
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