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[336] [Vyavahar Sutra Sutra 3.4 5-6 7-8] A monk who has completed at least three years of *dikshaparaya* and is virtuous, wise, discerning, well-versed in scriptures, proficient in the impact of *Jin-pravachan*, and has memorized at least the *Acharaang* and *Nishhoth Sutra* with their meanings, can be appointed to the position of *Upadhyaya*. A monk who has completed three years of *dikshaparaya* but does not possess these qualities cannot be appointed to the position of *Upadhyaya*.
Besides the qualities required for an *Upadhyaya*, if a monk has completed five years of *dikshaparaya* and has memorized at least the *Acharaang*, *Sutrakritang*, and *Char Cheda Sutra* with their meanings, he can be appointed to the position of *Pracharaya*. They should also be well-versed in scriptures and other knowledge. A monk who has completed five years of *dikshaparaya* but does not possess these qualities cannot be appointed to the position of *Pracharaya*.
A monk who possesses the above qualities, has completed at least eight years of *dikshaparaya*, and has memorized the *Thanang-Samavayang Sutra* along with the aforementioned *Agamas*, can be appointed to the position of *Ganavchhedak*. A monk who has completed eight years of *dikshaparaya* but does not possess these qualities cannot be appointed to the position of *Ganavchhedak*.
In special circumstances, if a monk possesses other qualities and is deemed suitable, he can be appointed to the positions of *Pracharaya* or *Upadhyaya* even if he has not completed the required *dikshaparaya* or memorized the scriptures. This provision should be understood only when no other monk in the *Gachch* is suitable and it becomes absolutely necessary. This provision allows for a newly initiated monk to be appointed as *Acharya* on the same day.
Sadhus and Sadhvis who are less than 72 years old and have not completed at least three years of *dikshaparaya* are not allowed to wander or reside independently without the guidance of a *Pracharaya* or *Upadhyaya*. These Sadhus should not reside in a *Gachch* without a *Pracharaya* and *Upadhyaya*, and Sadhvis should not reside in a *Gachch* without a *Pracharaya*, *Upadhyaya*, and *Pratini*. If any of these individuals pass away, it is necessary to appoint someone else to their position.
If a monk appointed to the position of *Acharya* or any other position breaks the fourth vow, he is declared ineligible for all positions for life. If a monk breaks the fourth vow after relinquishing his position or if a regular monk breaks the fourth vow, he can be appointed to any position after three years if he becomes eligible. 9-10 11-12 13-17