Why are Jains one of the wealthiest classes in India?

a. because they control the banking industry
b. because of prohibitions on professions that take a life or profit from slaughter are prohibited, they’ve had to turn to commercial professions
c. because their asceticism encourages them to save their money
d. because they own large tracts of land in India


Answer: b

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