Why do Bodhisattvas delay their own enlightenment?

Out of infinite compassion, believing it is selfish to attain peace while others are still suffering in the cycle of samsara.

Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism: Role and Beliefs (2018 PYQ)

ID: HIS_PHI_2018_108 Ref: Chapter 4: Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings

Which of the following statements about Bodhisattas is/are correct?
1. They were perceived as deeply compassionate beings who accumulated merit through their efforts.
2. They made attempt to attain Nibbana.

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Bodhisattvas are compassionate beings in Mahayana Buddhism who accumulate merit through selfless acts. They intentionally delay their own Nibbana to help all other beings attain salvation.

Which of the following statements about Bodhisattas is/are correct?1. They were perceived as deeply compassionate beings who accumulated merit through their efforts.2. They made attempt to attain Nibbana.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Which of the following statements about Bodhisattas is/are correct?
1. They were perceived as deeply compassionate beings who accumulated merit through their efforts.
2. They made attempt to attain Nibbana.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: