how many essentials (Avashayak) are in the Pratikraman Sutra
There are six Avashyakas (essentials) in Pratikraman.
The six are:
- Samayik
- Chauvisantho (Logassa)
- Vandana
- Alochana–Pratikraman (confession and reflection)
- Kayotsarga
- Pratyakhyan (Pachchakkhan)
Both Digambar and Shwetambar traditions follow these six essentials, though there can be small ritual variations in how they are performed. You can read more here and related explanations.