Option d is the correct answer. In Jainism, a Tirthankara is like a hero and a guide who teaches people the right way to live. Jains believe that a Tirthankara is someone very special who has managed to escape the cycle of life and death by themselves, and they show the way for others to do the same. Important Tips Tirthankaras are like champions of kindness and not hurting others. Each tirthankaras has a special sign that shows who they are, like a lion or an elephant. Tirthankaras are thought to have become wise all on their own, without anyone else's help. They're not seen as gods, but as really good examples for Jains to learn from, so they can become free from life and death. Jains believe that by following what Tirthankaras taught, they can reach the big goal of Jainism, which is to be free from being born and dying again and again.