Based on the foundational history of Jain Dharma

Mystery of History

Open Book Question-Answer Exam

I Love Jainism I Salute Jainism स्वाध्याय इतिहास

Exam announcement

A swadhyay invitation for Delhi

Formal invitation

Dear shravaks and shravikas, Sadar Jai Jinendra.

The spiritual Chaturmas 2026 of Vyakhyatri Mahasati Pujya Shri Bhagyaprabha Ji Maharaj Sa has been announced at Jain Sthanak, Ashok Vihar.

Before Chaturmas begins, with Pujya Mahasati Ji's inspiration, Sakal Jain Samaj, Delhi is organising, for the first time in Delhi, an Open Book Question-Answer Exam - Mystery of History based on the 40-part book series on the foundational history of Jain Dharma.

Exam format

This written exam is based on the 40-part book series and will be held in 8 phases, with 5 parts covered in each phase.

Each paper will have 30 questions worth 2 marks each. Answers must be written in one word, and the page number must be mentioned with each answer. Total marks: 60.

Dates and timing

The exam begins on 5 July 2026 and will continue every alternate Sunday from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the candidate's nearest Jain Sthanak.

Registration

Shravaks and shravikas of any age may participate. Prior registration is required.

Registration fee is Rs. 200 per person, including a set of 40 books for each participant. Last date for registration: 20 June 2026.

Committee decision

All decisions by the organising committee regarding exam format, process, results, and any changes from time to time will be accepted as final.

Jai Jinendra

We sincerely hope every shravak and shravika with faith in Jain Agam participates in this special swadhyay competition, grows in knowledge, and moves toward a higher path of dharma aradhana.

Jai Jinendra.

Know about exam

Exam format and key dates

The exam will be held in 8 phases from 5 July 2026, with 5 books covered in each phase and one-word answers marked with page numbers.

Start date 5 July 2026
Schedule Every alternate Sunday
Timing 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Format 8 phases, 5 books per phase
Question paper 30 one-word answers, 60 marks
Registration deadline 20 June 2026
Registration Rs. 200, including 40 books
Centers Nearest Jain Sthanaks

Awards

Awards and participation

Recognition for phase toppers and complete exam participation.

Top 10 in each phase exam Rs. 501 each
Top 10 across all 8 phases Rs. 2,100 each
Participation award For all 8-phase participants

Exam rules

Please follow these rules at every exam center.

  1. Each examinee should reach the assigned exam center 15 minutes before the exam begins and take their seat.
  2. It is mandatory to sit in the exam center wearing the identity badge sent earlier.
  3. No other shravak or shravika may sit with the examinee inside the exam room.
  4. Mobile phones and similar devices are prohibited inside the exam room.
  5. Each exam should begin with collective recitation of the Navkar Mahamantra three times.
  6. No extra time will be provided beyond the scheduled time.
  7. Examinees must bring their own books for the relevant parts of the exam.
  8. Please bring your own pen, writing board, and other writing materials.
  9. Asking answers from another examinee or copying is strictly prohibited. If an exam supervisor finds this happening, the examinee's registration will be cancelled and they may be barred from future exams.

Chaturmas 2026

Jain history book roadmap

सामान्य श्रुतधर काल / सामान्य पूर्वधर काल / दशपूर्वधर काल / श्रुतकेवली काल / केवली काल / तीर्थंकर काल

  1. 1भगवान ऋषभदेव और चक्रवर्ती भरत
  2. 2भगवान अजितनाथ, शांतिनाथ आदि
  3. 3भगवान मल्लिनाथ आदि
  4. 4भगवान अरिष्टनेमी, वासुदेव कृष्ण आदि
  5. 5ब्रह्मदत्त चक्रवर्ती
  6. 6भगवान पार्श्वनाथ
  7. 7भगवान महावीर: जन्म से साधनाकाल तक
  8. 8भगवान महावीर: कैवल्य से निर्वाण तक
  9. 9इंद्रभूति गौतम स्वामी
  10. 10सुधर्मा स्वामी
  11. 11जम्बू स्वामी
  12. 12आचार्य प्रभव स्वामी
  13. 13आचार्य शय्यंभव स्वामी, भद्रबाहु (प्रथम) आदि
  14. 14आचार्य स्थूलभद्र
  15. 15आचार्य सुहस्ती, मौर्य राजवंश आदि
  16. 16कालकाचार्य (द्वितीय), सिद्धसेन दिवाकर आदि
  17. 17विक्रमादित्य, वज्रस्वामी आदि
  18. 18आर्य रक्षित, दुर्बलिका पुष्यमित्र आदि
  19. 19वैयत्त क्षमाश्रमण, कुछ साहित्यियाँ आदि
  20. 20श्रमणाचार और चैत्यवास

Registration and books

Register for the open book exam

Register by 20 June 2026. Fill the form and send it to the Ashok Vihar coordinator on WhatsApp. You can also call the numbers below for help with books and center details.

Ahimsa Bhavan, Jain Sthanak, F-Block, Ashok Vihar, Phase 1, Delhi 110052

Registration fee

₹200 Pay online now or choose cash payment later at the book desk.

Contact

S. S. Jain Sabha, Ashok Vihar

Where visitor phone numbers are available, they appear below as tap-to-call links.

Flyer

Original exam notice