Which one of the following explains the practice of βVattakirutal’ as mentioned in Sangam poems?Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β ...Read more
The statement reflects one of the core beliefs of Jainism. Jainism emphasizes the idea that all living beings, including plants, animals, and even non-living entities like rocks and water, possess souls (jiva) and that all life is interconnected. This belief in the sanctity of all forms of life is fRead more
The statement reflects one of the core beliefs of Jainism.
Jainism emphasizes the idea that all living beings, including plants, animals, and even non-living entities like rocks and water, possess souls (jiva) and that all life is interconnected. This belief in the sanctity of all forms of life is fundamental to Jain philosophy and ethics.
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The correct answer is: A king defeated in a battle committing ritual suicide by starving himself to death. In Sangam literature, 'Vattakirutal' refers to the practice where a defeated king would commit ritual suicide by fasting to death after losing a battle, as a way to preserve his honor.
The correct answer is: A king defeated in a battle committing ritual suicide by starving himself to death.
In Sangam literature, ‘Vattakirutal‘ refers to the practice where a defeated king would commit ritual suicide by fasting to death after losing a battle, as a way to preserve his honor.
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