Name that Kashaya/Anekantvad
A student gets furious when their friend accidentally ruins their drawing. What is this kashaya?
What is Krodh (anger)
Taking office supplies from work for personal use violates the vow of Asteya.
True – Even small, unauthorized taking is considered stealing.
Rina sees a spider in her room. Instead of killing it, she gently traps it in a cup and releases it outside. What vow is she displaying?
What is Ahimsa (non-violence)
Someone thinks they are more important than everyone else and refuses to listen to other people's ideas. What is this kashaya?
What is Maan (ego)
Donating to charity while still being emotionally attached to your possessions fulfills the vow of Aparigraha.
False – Aparigraha is not just about giving things away; it’s about letting go of attachment, even mentally and emotionally.
After years of collecting art and expensive gadgets, Arjun gives away most of his possessions and adopts a minimalist lifestyle. What vow is he following
What is Aparigraha (non-possessiveness)
A child lies about finishing their homework so they can go outside and play. What is this kashaya?
What is Maya (deceit)
Telling a lie to protect someone’s feelings is allowed under the vow of Satya.
False – Satya requires full truthfulness
Dev will get a higher grade if he lies to the teacher. He refuses, even though it means a lower grade. What vow is he following?
What is Satya (truthfulness)
A student already has plenty of toys but gets upset when they cannot have another new one. What is this kashaya?
What is Lobh (greed)
If a parent boasts that their child is the best at something, they are not showing Maan because they are showing pride for someone else, not themselves.
False-boasting/feeling prideful towards others is also an example of Maan
To follow this vow, Jains must not take anything that has not been given to them without permission.
What is Asteya
Two students see the same event but describe it differently because they noticed different details. What Jain principle reminds us to consider both perspectives?
What is Anekantvad
Anekantavada means that every opinion is equally accurate, even if it is based on incorrect information.
False — It teaches that reality has many aspects and that our viewpoints can be limited; it does not mean every claim is equally true.
In Jainism, breaking any of the Five Great Vows creates this, which binds the soul and delays liberation.
What is Karma