Most important idea of Jainism:-
(i) The entire world is animated and hence Ahimsa is emphasized.
(ii) Non injury to living beings
Impact on Indian thinking:-
(i) Idea of Ahimsa left its mark on Indian thinking as a whole- Influenced Bhuddha and Gandhiji
(ii) Cycle of birth and rebirth through karma
(iii) Renouncing the world to free oneself from the cycle of karma
(iv) High moral thinking was advised through the vows like not stealing, killing, lying or possessing property and observing celibacy
(v) Simple way of life
(vi) Vegetarianism