According to Jains, who is the founder of Jainism?

Rishabh

The correct answer is Option 2- Rishabh

According to Jains, the founder of Jainism is Rishabh. He is the first Tirthankara in Jainism and is also said to have lived a million years ago.

Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara, is often mistakenly regarded as the founder of Jainism. However, Jains believe that Mahavira was a reformer who revived and revitalized Jainism, which had been in decline for many centuries.

Rishabh is revered by Jains as the first person to teach the path to liberation. He is said to have been a perfect embodiment of the Jain ideals of non-violence, compassion, and truthfulness.

Rishabh is also credited with founding the Jain monastic order and establishing many of the Jain rituals and practices that are still followed today.

Jains believe that Rishabh was the first of 24 Tirthankaras who will appear in the current time cycle. A Tirthankara is a spiritual leader who attains enlightenment and guides others on the path to liberation.

Mahavira was the 24th and last Tirthankara in the current time cycle. He is revered by Jains as the supreme spiritual teacher and role model. His teachings continue to inspire and guide Jains today.