Question

Given below are two statements as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read them carefully and answer the question by choosing correct options:
Assertion (A): Like Buddhism, Jainism also spread to many parts of India.
Reason (R): Jaina scholars produced literature in various languages like Tamil, Prakrit and Sanskrit etc.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct.
• D. (A) is not correct, but (R) is correct.

Hint:

Religions spread faster when their teachings are available in local languages, making them accessible to common people.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding Assertion (A). 
Jainism, like Buddhism, spread widely across different regions of India. It gained followers in various parts such as Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Hence, the assertion is correct. 

Step 2: Understanding Reason (R). 
Jaina scholars contributed significantly to literature in multiple regional and classical languages such as Prakrit, Sanskrit, and Tamil. This made Jain teachings accessible to a wider population across different regions. Hence, the reason is also correct. 

Step 3: Linking Assertion and Reason. 
The spread of Jainism was greatly supported by the availability of religious texts and teachings in different languages. This helped in reaching people of diverse linguistic backgrounds, thereby facilitating its expansion across India. 

Step 4: Conclusion. 
Thus, both Assertion and Reason are correct, and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion. 

Final Answer: Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).