Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the fo…

Approach: *Recall the concept of **Chaturgati** (the four states of existence) in Jain philosophy to identify which option is not part of the primary classification.*

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- **Correct Answer:** (b) Yaksha (demi-gods)
- Jainism states that every worldly soul transmigrates through four fundamental realms or states of existence, collectively known as **Chaturgati**.
- The four recognized primary forms of existence are:
- **Deva:** Heavenly or celestial beings.
- **Manushya:** Human beings.
- **Tiryancha:** Sub-human beings, which include animals, birds, insects, and plants.
- **Naraki:** Hellish beings or residents of the infernal realms.
- **Yaksha** is *not* one of the four main primary realms; instead, Yakshas are classified as a sub-category or type of celestial entity (*Vyantara devas*) within the broader **Deva** realm.