Q. Consider the following statements regarding the differences between Svetambara and Digambara sects of Jainism:

1. Svetambaras believe that women can attain salvation, whereas Digambaras believe that women cannot attain salvation.
2. Svetambaras believe that Mahavira was married, whereas Digambaras believe that Mahavira was never married.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2
Notes: Svetambara Jains hold that women can achieve salvation and Mahavira was married with a daughter. Digambara tradition asserts that women cannot attain liberation in their present form, and that Mahavira was a lifelong celibate. These doctrinal differences reflect foundational schisms between the two Jain traditions regarding both spiritual attainment and Mahavira’s life.