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In Buddhism, what is the goal of following the Eightfold Path?
A
to reach nirvana
B
to achieve moksha
C
to reach heaven
D
to become a god
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -According to the Theravada commentarial tradition and the contemporary vipassana movement, the goal in this group of the Noble Eightfold Path is to develop clarity and insight into the nature of reality – dukkha, anicca and anatta, discard negative states and dispel avidya (ignorance), ultimately attaining nirvana.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the Buddha, the Noble Eightfold Path consists of consists of Right View, Right Resolve, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nirvana in Buddhism In Sanskrit Nirvana is also pronounced as “nibbana”. Nirvana is a place of happiness and peace such as heaven. In Buddhism, nirvana is the highest state someone can attain. It means the desires and suffering of an individual will go away.

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