Q. Which one among the following Tirthankaras was according to the Svetambar tradition, a lady?
(a) Sumatinatha
(b) Shantinatha
(c) Mallinatha
(d) Arishtanemi
Ans: (c) Mallinatha
Explanation: According to the Svetambar tradition, the Tirthankara who was a lady is (c) Mallinatha.
Mallinatha, also known as Malli, is considered the 19th Tirthankara in Jainism. The Svetambar tradition recognizes Mallinatha as a female Tirthankara, while the Digambar tradition considers Mallinatha as a male Tirthankara.
Jainism acknowledges 24 Tirthankaras who are spiritual teachers and role models for Jain followers. They are believed to have attained liberation and serve as guides for the path of spiritual enlightenment.
Therefore, according to the Svetambar tradition, Mallinatha is recognized as a female Tirthankara.
Please note that the Digambar tradition differs in its identification of the Tirthankara who was a lady.
