UPSC CSE Prelims 1998

Core Buddhist Doctrines

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The concept of Eightfold path forms the theme of:

Solution & Analysis

Answer: D

Concept The Noble Eightfold Path (Astangika Marga) is the practical application of the Buddha's teachings to end suffering.

Explanation This path was first introduced in the *Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta*, the discourse delivered at Sarnath. It includes Right View, Right Resolve, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration.

Logical Breakup

Logic 1: Option D is correct. This Sutta literally means 'Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in Motion' and contains the blueprint of Buddhist ethics and meditation.

Logic 2: Dipavamsa (A) is a Sri Lankan chronicle. Divyavadana (B) is an anthology of tales. Mahaparinibban (C) deals with the death and final days of the Buddha.

Active Recall

Question

What is the relationship between the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path?

Answer

The Four Noble Truths diagnose the problem of suffering, and the Eightfold Path is the prescribed 'medicine' or solution.

Core Insight

The Dharma Chakra Pravartana Sutta transformed Buddha from an individual who found truth into a teacher who established a global religious movement.

The concept of Eightfold path forms the theme of:

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