In the main Jain scriptures, there is no mention of “kanyādān” as a religiously‑mandated ritual.

A few key points:

1. Agam / canonical texts

- Neither Śvetāmbara Āgams nor Digambar canonical texts prescribe a “kanyādān” ritual. - Jain scriptures do not describe marriage as a sacrament where the daughter is “given away” as property.

1. Jain view in principle

- In Jain Darshan, every jiva (soul) is independent and eternal. No one can be the “owner” of another soul. - Parents are seen as caretakers, not owners of the child. So the idea of “donating/gifting” a daughter does not really fit with the core Jain philosophy of aparigraha (non‑possession) and equality of souls.

1. What happens in practice

- In many Jain communities today (both Śvetāmbara and Digambar), weddings are culturally influenced by surrounding Hindu society. - So you will sometimes hear terms like kanyādān / kanyā‑varan, but these are social customs, not something commanded by Jain scriptures. - Many Jains, and many Jain pandits, either: - Skip the word “dān” altogether, or - Reinterpret it as only “āśīrvād” – parents blessing and supporting the daughter’s new grihastha life, not literally donating her.

1. Digambar example

- Some Digambar wedding descriptions list “kanyādān” simply as parents’ blessings and giving their consent for the marriage, without any theological idea of the daughter as property. You can see a brief explanation of Digambar wedding steps here: “Digambar wedding ceremony names and explanations”

So, if your question is very strict:

• “Does Jain scripture itself command or describe kanyādān as a religious duty?”

→ No. It is not a Jain scriptural ritual.

• “Can Jains reinterpret or avoid kanyādān?”

→ Yes. Many Jains either omit it or do it only as a respectful blessing, keeping Jain values of non‑possession and equality in mind.