While in the cycle of reincarnation, what attaches to the soul of an individual and causes rebirth?

A. karma
B. gris-gris
C. ajiva
D. moksha


A. karma
Moksha is prevented by karma that attaches to the soul, making it too heavy to ascend after the death of the body to the abode of the Jinas. Because it has not reached this permanent home, the soul must be reincarnated.

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