2026 · Ancient HistoryPrevious Year Question
Q5.
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)
Answer

B

Explanation

Jainism recognises four principal gatis or states of rebirth: deva, manushya, tiryanch and naraka. Yaksha is a class of supernatural/deity-associated being, not one of the four principal gatis.