Which of the following is a famous 'Jain' pilgrimage site in Karnataka? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a famous 'Jain' pilgrimage site in Karnataka?
A. Karkala
B. Mudabidri
C. All of the above
D. Shravanabelagola
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
All three are important Jain centers in Karnataka.

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Who was the brilliant South Indian scholar who wrote extensive Vedic commentaries ('Vedartha Prakasha') during the early development of the Vijayanagara Empire?
A. Sayanacharya
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Correct Answer: Option A


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A. Thomas Stephens
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Correct Answer: Option B


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