what are all the root vegetables jain people cannot eat

In Jainism, followers observe strict dietary guidelines based on the principle of ahimsa (non-violence). As part of this, Jains avoid eating root vegetables because uprooting the plant kills it and also disturbs many small organisms living in the soil. Additionally, root vegetables are believed to contain countless tiny lives (prana), making their consumption more violent.

Common root vegetables that Jains do not eat include:

1. Potatoes
2. Onions
3. Garlic
4. Carrots
5. Radishes
6. Turnips
7. Sweet potatoes
8. Beets
9. Yams
10. Ginger
11. Turmeric (fresh root)
12. Shallots
13. Leeks (when the bulb is used)
14. Taro
15. Cassava (tapioca root)
16. Arrowroot
17. Rutabaga

Note:

• Some Jains also avoid other underground stems like lotus root and kohlrabi.
• The restriction generally includes all tubers, bulbs, rhizomes, and corms.

Leafy greens, fruits, seeds, nuts, grains, and above-ground vegetables are allowed. The specific list may vary slightly depending on sect and personal observance, but the above covers the major root vegetables avoided in a Jain diet.