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Who was the first Tirthankara of Jainism?

1. Parshvanath
2. Rishabhadev
3. Sambhavnath
4. Chandraprabha

Correct answer: Rishabhadev

Solution

Rishabhadev, also called Rishabhanatha or Adinatha, is considered the first Tirthankara of Jainism. Parshvanath was the 23rd Tirthankara.

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