In Jain Dharma, “eight types of drishti” commonly refers to the eight limbs (aṅgas) of Samyak-Drishti (right faith/view). These are the classic qualities that make right faith firm and living in a seeker.

Eight aṅgas of Samyak-Drishti

• Nisshankitā: absence of doubt about Tattvas (truths).
• Nikāṅkṣitā: freedom from desire for worldly gain through religion.
• Nirvicikitsā: absence of aversion or disgust toward true dharma, sādhu-sādhvī, and practices.
• Amūḍha-drishti: unwavering, not deluded by contrary teachings or miracles.
• Upagūhana: protecting and covering the faults of fellow aspirants with empathy and discretion.
• Sthitikaraṇa: helping stabilize others in right faith and conduct.
• Vātsalya: affectionate regard for those walking the path of dharma.
• Prabhāvanā: active propagation and honoring of true Jain dharma and its symbols.

Traditions

• Shvetāmbara and Digambara both accept these eight; spellings may vary slightly (e.g., Nissankitā/Nisshankitā), but the meanings remain the same in essence.

Essence

• These eight are not separate “beliefs” but integrated qualities that purify vision (darśana), support samyak-darshan, and prepare the soul for right knowledge and conduct.