Short answer: In the Digambar tradition, full Muni‑diksha (nagna, sky‑clad monkhood) is only for men. Women do take diksha, but as Aryikā (nun) — white‑clad, observing the great vows with strict discipline.

Key points (Digambar):

• Stages for men: Kṣullaka (few garments), Ailaka (one cloth), then Muni (no clothing).
• For women: Aryikā‑diksha (white‑clad nuns). They study, practice mahāvratas, and pursue high spiritual states.
• Doctrinal reason: Complete aparigraha in Digambar muni‑dharma includes renouncing clothing; this form is prescribed only for males. Hence women take Aryikā‑diksha. Digambar doctrine also holds that final liberation is not attained in a female body; one must be reborn male before moksha.

Shvetāmbara difference:

• Shvetāmbara allow full sadhvī‑diksha for women and accept the possibility of liberation in the present female body.

For a simple overview on Digambar positions and women’s ascetic path, see: and .