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@article{197952,
        author = {Ajay Kumar and Dr. SuryaKant Maharana},
        title = {The Ethics of Restraint: Sthavara Jiva and the Mitigation of Anthropocentric Violence},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {8017-8020},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=197952},
        abstract = {This paper talks about the ethical significance of restraint in the philosophy of Jain using the concept of stharva jiva and its importance to contemporary environmental concerns. The view of Jainism about the mobile beings and elements such as earth, water, fire, air, and plants are unique. This understanding of jainism challenges the attitudes of anthropocentric attitudes that put humans at the center of moral consideration and justify the exploitation of nature much of the time. Ethics of Jainism emphasises upon non-violence (Ahimsa), non-possessiveness (Aparigraha) and careful conduct toward all forms of life which promotes the discipline approach to the behaviour of humans that minimises harm to the environment. On the other hand, broader moral responsibility towards the ecological system is encouraged by the sthavara jiva, it also focuses on the interconnectedness of all forms of existence. By analysing the jain ethics of restraints this study highlights the contribution to reducing anthropocentric violence and developing a more empathetic and sustainable association between humans and the natural world.},
        keywords = {Jainism, Sthavara Jiva, Ethics of Restraint, Anthropocentrism, Environmental Ethics, Ahimsa},
        month = {April},
        }