Question

in South India, Jainism was spread by:
(a) Kharavela (b) Upal
(c) Rudradaman 1 (d) Bhadrabahu

Answer 1

Bhadrabahu is responsible for spreading Jainism in South India.

Of the two main sects of Jainism, Bhadrabahu was associated with the Dwigambara sect.

Chandragupta and Bhadrabahu lead theexodus of Jains from North to Soith India.

It is believed he has authored at least of the holies books of Jains, known as "niyuktis".