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?
A1 only
B2 and 3 only
C2 only
D1, 2 and 3
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 2 and 3 only
UPSC CSE Prelims 2016 (GS-I, Set A), Q.50. Answer key: B (coaching consensus; UPSC did not publish an official 2016 AK separately on upsc.gov.in).
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