Q. The Bahubali monolith image of Gomateshwara at Shravanabelagola has been depicted in the Kayotsarga posture. Which among the following is / are correct statements with this respect?

1. Kayotsarga is type of meditation that can be practiced only by standing in steady position without any body movements
2. Most images of the Jain tirthankaras are depicted in Kayotsarga posture

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 2
Notes: The first statement is incorrect. Kayotsarga may be practised either standing or sitting or lying down.

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