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Q67. With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term Paramitas?

With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term Paramitas?

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2020 • Art and Culture

Correct Answer: Option (C) — Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path.

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In Mahayana Buddhism, Paramitas ('perfections' or 'transcendental virtues') refer to the spiritual perfections (such as Dana/generosity, Shila/morality, Kshanti/patience, Virya/energy, Dhyana/meditation, and Prajna/wisdom) that must be cultivated and mastered by a practitioner walking the Bodhisattva path to achieve supreme Buddhahood.

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Paramita in Buddhist terminology directly translates to 'perfection' or 'culmination' essential for a Bodhisattva.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 (Q67)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicArt and Culture → Religions & Philosophy
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path.

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2020 Q67

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2020 GS Paper I Question 67 (Art and Culture)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2020 Art and Culture (Religions & Philosophy) question is Option (C): "Perfections whose attainment led to the Bodhisattva path.". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2020 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Art and Culture" and micro-topic "Religions & Philosophy". You can explore all repeated questions from Religions & Philosophy in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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