SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Philosophy that believes in karma and achieving nirvana (enlightenment) ____
A
Judaism
B
Hinduism
C
Christianity
D
Buddhism
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the Buddhist tradition, karma refers to actions driven by intention (cetanā), a deed done deliberately through body, speech or mind, which leads to future consequences.

Detailed explanation-2: -Karma allows the endless cycle of reincarnation to happen. The secret to ending it and reaching Nirvana, is to reject egoistic motives and realize your caste’s moral duty. Nirvana in Buddhism, along with karma, are popular concepts nowadays.

Detailed explanation-3: -When one has achieved Nirvana, which is a transcendent state free from suffering and our worldly cycle of birth and rebirth, spiritual enlightenment has been reached. The Fourth Noble truth charts the method for attaining the end of suffering, known to Buddhists as the Noble Eightfold Path.

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