Art and Culture
2020
Indian Literature
Schools of Philosophy
With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term 'paramitas'?
C.Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path
D.Powerful merchant guilds of early medieval South India
B.Philosophical schools that did not accept the authority of Vedas
A.The earliest Dharmashastra texts written in aphoristic (sutra) style
Correct Answer: Option C
In Buddhist philosophy, particularly within Mahayana Buddhism, Paramitas refer to perfections or transcendental virtues.
These are qualities cultivated by a Bodhisattva as part of their path towards enlightenment. The attainment of these Paramitas is crucial for progressing on the Bodhisattva path.
Examples of Paramitas include:
- Generosity (Dana)
- Morality (Sila)
- Patience (Kshanti)
- Energy/Effort (Virya)
- Meditation (Dhyana)
- Wisdom (Prajna)
- Skillful Means (Upaya)
- Resolution (Pranidhana)
- Power (Bala)
- Knowledge (Jnana)
Hence, option C is the correct description of 'Paramitas'.
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