Buddhist Term 'Paramitas'
Question
With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term 'paramitas'?
Options
The earliest Dharmashastra texts written in aphoristic (sutra) style
Philosophical schools that did not accept the authority of Vedas
Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path
Powerful merchant guilds of early medieval South India
Explanation
In Buddhism, 'Paramitas' refer to the noble character qualities or 'perfections' (such as Dana, Sila, Kshanti, Virya, Dhyana, and Prajna) that a practitioner must cultivate to achieve enlightenment. Attaining these perfections is central to the Bodhisattva path in Mahayana Buddhism. > One-line conceptual takeaway: 'Paramitas' are the spiritual virtues practiced by a Bodhisattva to achieve supreme Buddhahood. Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2020
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q31
Subject
History
Sub-topic
Art, Culture & Architecture
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
NCERT Fine Arts / Buddhist philosophy
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