UPSC Prelims · 2016 · GS Paper I · Q25
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements : 1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to Hinayana sect of Buddhism. 2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one on his way to enlightenment. 3. Bodhisattva delays achieving his own salvation to help all sentient beings on their path to it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (A)1 only
- (B)2 and 3 only
- (C)2 only
- (D)1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (B) 2 and 3 only
- Subject
- History
- Chapter
- Jainism, Buddhism & Heterodox Sects
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