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UPSC History Religious Movement - Jainism, Bhudhism, Bhagavatism and Brahmanism Question Bank Religious Movements: Buddhism, Jainism, etc

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    According to Buddhist, the main aim of life is

    A)  Nirvana                       

    B)  Moksha

    C)  Kaivalya

    D)  Nirjara

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    The term "Nirvana" is most commonly associated with Buddhism, and represents its ultimate state of soteriological release and liberation from rebirths in samsara. Moksha is a term in Hinduism and Hindu philosophy which refers to various forms of emancipation, liberation, and release. Kaivalya is a state of solitude, aloneness, isolation and detachment. "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali" talks about a yogi who achieved kaivaly and is independent from all bonds.


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