Which famous Jain Tirthankara is believed to have attained Nirvana in what is now Bihar?

Mahavira
Rishabha
Parshvanatha
Neminatha

The correct answer is Mahavira.

Mahavira was the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born in a royal family in Kundagrama, which is now known as Patna, Bihar, India. He renounced his wealth and family at the age of 30 to pursue a life of asceticism. He spent the next 60 years meditating and wandering throughout India. He attained Nirvana at the age of 72 in Pavapuri, which is now known as Pawapuri, Bihar, India.

Rishabha was the first Tirthankara of Jainism. He is said to have lived millions of years ago. He is also known as Adinath, which means “the first Lord”.

Parshvanatha was the 23rd Tirthankara of Jainism. He is said to have lived 250 years before Mahavira. He is also known as Parshva, which means “the one who has turned away from the world”.

Neminatha was the 22nd Tirthankara of Jainism. He is said to have lived 999 years before Mahavira. He is also known as Nemi, which means “the one who is victorious”.

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