In which one of the following languages was the earliest Jain literature compiled?

U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2006

A. Ardh-Magadhi
B. Paali
C. Prakrit
D. Sanskrit

Answer: Ardh-Magadhi

Option a is the correct answer. The very old writings are in the Jain Agamas, which are written in a language called Ardhamagadhi. Jain monks later wrote explanations about these texts. They also wrote new things in other languages like Sanskrit and Maharashtra Prakrit.

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