If Im hindu schedule caste but my ancestors were digambar jains, can I marry digambar girl?

Short answer: Yes, you can marry a Digambar Jain woman. In Jainism, being Digambar or Śvetāmbara is a Jain identity, and caste or Hindu social labels (like Schedule Caste) are not religious barriers to marriage within the Jain sangha.

Key points to consider:

• If you both identify as Digambar Jains and follow Jain rituals, a marriage within Digambar Jain traditions is straightforward.
• If one partner is Hindu, many Jain communities prefer both partners to share a Jain faith identity or at least a mutual agreement about religious practices. Some couples choose to have a Jain wedding ceremony and follow Jain rites, while others may also accommodate elements from the other spouse’s background. Practices vary by temple, community, and family.
• Caste labels such as Schedule Caste are social categories of Hindu tradition and have no formal role in Jain religious status. What matters in Jain contexts is adherence to Jain Dharma, mutual respect, and agreement on religious practices for the marriage.

Practical steps:

• Discuss expectations openly with the Digambar Jain partner and families.
• Consult the temple or community elders where you plan to marry to understand any local guidelines or requirements.
• Decide how you will handle rites, vows, and daily religious practices (puja, samay, non-violence, etc.) as a couple.
• If you want, you can pursue guidance from a Jain priest or local Jain organization to ensure the ceremony aligns with Digambar Jain traditions.

If you’d like, I can point you to specific Jain Dharma resources for Digambar wedding rites or clarify the role of sects (Digambar vs. Śvetāmbara) in a Jain marriage.