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In Jain religion, the Svetambara canon consists of how many of Agamas?

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45

In the Svetambara tradition of Jainism, the standard canon consists of 45 Agamas. These sacred scriptures are believed to be the compiled teachings of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, and were codified in their current form during the Council of Valabhi in the 5th century CE. 

The 45 Agamas are categorized into the following groups:

  • 12 Angas (Limbs): These are the primary canonical works. Notably, the 12th Anga, the Drishtivada, is considered lost, leaving 11 in use today.
  • 12 Upangas (Subsidiary Limbs): These texts provide additional context and detailed explanations for the Angas.
  • 10 Prakirnakas (Miscellaneous): Independent texts covering a variety of topics such as hymns, ethics, and astrology.
  • 6 Chedasutras (Disciplinary Texts): Focused on the codes of conduct, discipline, and penance for monks and nuns.
  • 4 Mulasutras (Fundamental Texts): Foundational works typically studied by ascetics in the early stages of their monkhood.
  • 2 Chulikasutras (Appendixes): Supplementary texts addressing cognition and analytical methods.
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