Q. Which Jain community, originally from Rajasthan, migrated to Maharashtra around 600 years ago?
Answer: Bagherwal
Notes: Bagherwal is a Digambar Jain community from Baghera, Rajasthan. About 600 years ago, 300 families migrated to Maharashtra. They built notable Jain temples, including Kirti Stambh at Chittor, and follow various Jain monastic lineages. The community also produced scholar Pandit Ashadhar.
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