Which one of the following is not a part of early Jaina literature?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. The question asks to identify the text that is *not* part of early Jaina literature.
2. Acarangasutra: One of the primary scriptures (Agamas) of Svetambara Jainism, dealing with rules of conduct for monks. It is early Jaina literature.
3. Sutrakritanga: Another important Agama scripture of Svetambara Jainism, discussing various philosophical doctrines and refuting opposing views. It is early Jaina literature.
4. Brihatkalpasutra: One of the Chedasutras of Svetambara Jainism, dealing with rules of conduct and atonement for transgressions by monks and nuns. It belongs to Jaina literature.
5. Therigatha: This text, meaning 'Verses of the Elder Nuns', is part of the Khuddaka Nikaya of the Sutta Pitaka in the Pali Canon. It is a collection of poems by early Buddhist nuns, recounting their spiritual experiences. It is Buddhist literature, not Jaina.
6. Therefore, Therigatha is not part of early Jaina literature.
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