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Q. What was the fifth tenet added by Tirthankara Mahavira to the four basic tenets of Jainism?
Answer: Observe continence
Notes: The five main teachings of Jainism are do not commit violence, do not speak a lie, do not steal, do not acquire property and observe continence (brahmacharya). The brahmacharya was added by Lord Mahavira.

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