Question

Arrange the following Karmas in their traditional sequence (often following the Ghati-Aghati order):
A. Ayu
B. Darshanavarana
C. Nama
D. Mohaniya
E. Vedaniya

• A. C, D, E, A, B
• B. B, D, E, A, C
• C. E, A, D, B, C
• D. D, A, C, E, B

Hint:

Karmas are always listed with Ghati (destructive) types first because they are the primary obstacles to liberation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The eight types of karma are traditionally grouped into two categories: Ghati (obscuring the soul's nature) and Aghati (forming the soul's physical existence). The traditional listing in the Tattvartha Sutra follows a specific sequence.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
The traditional sequence of the 8 Karmas is:
1. Jnanavaraniya (Not listed)
2. Darshanavarana (B): Obscures perception.
3. Vedaniya (E): Produces pleasure/pain (First of the Aghati).
4. Mohaniya (D): Obscures right belief and conduct.
5. Ayu (A): Determines life-span.
6. Nama (C): Determines body and physical features.
7. Gotra (Not listed)
8. Antaraya (Not listed)

Wait, let's re-examine the traditional list (Sutra 8.4): Jnanavarana, Darshanavarana, Vedaniya, Mohaniya, Ayu, Nama, Gotra, Antaraya.
Based on the options provided: Sequence B, D, E, A, C is Option 2. This suggests a slightly different internal arrangement (moving Mohaniya after Darshanavarana, which is common in some texts because they are both Ghati). Let's follow the logical order: Ghati first, then Aghati.
Ghati listed: B (Darshanavarana), D (Mohaniya).
Aghati listed: E (Vedaniya), A (Ayu), C (Nama).
Sequence: B, D, E, A, C.

Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct arrangement following Ghati then Aghati is Darshanavarana, Mohaniya, Vedaniya, Ayu, and Nama.