In Jainism, each of the 24 Tirthankaras is associated with a unique symbol or 'cognizance' (Lanchhana). Adinatha (Rishabhanatha), the first Tirthankara, has the Bull as his symbol. Mallinatha, the 19th Tirthankara, is associated with the Water Jar. Parshvanatha, the 23rd Tirthankara, is symbolized by the Snake. Sambhavanatha, the 3rd Tirthankara, has the Horse as his symbol.
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below : List I (Tirthankara) List II (Cognizance)
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2017 · Topic: Jain Religion (Origin and early Tirthankaras, particularly Rishabhanatha)
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