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Mahavira preached in which language?

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ASanskrit
BPrakrit (Ardha-Magadhi)
CTamil
DPali
Correct Answer: Prakrit (Ardha-Magadhi)Your Answer: B

Explanation

Mahavira preached in a form of Prakrit conventionally identified as Ardhamagadhi so that teachings were accessible beyond Sanskrit-educated elites. Pali is especially associated with the Theravada Buddhist canon, while Sanskrit and Tamil are not the standard answer.

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