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What are the principles of Jainism and its purpose?

What are the principles of Jainism and its purpose? Jainism is also known as Jain Dharma. It is an ancient Indian religion. There are 24 Tirthankars (leaders) where the 1st is Rishabhnath and then 24th being Mahavir. The basic religious premises of Jainism include non-violence, many-sidedness, non-attachment, and asceticism (abstinence from sensual pleasures).

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