The Digambaras used which of the following terms for the hagiographies?

Q. The Digambaras used which of the following terms for the hagiographies?
Answer: Purana
Notes: The Digambara sect of Jainism make use of the term ‘Purana’ for the hagiographies. Whereas, the Shvetambara sect use the term ‘Charita’. With respect to the hagiography of Mahavira, both the sects differ to a great extent.

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