The Concept of Dukkha in Indian Philosophy

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According to the Buddhist tradition, what is the root cause of suffering?

  1. Attachment

  2. Ignorance

  3. Desire

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Buddhism, the root cause of suffering is considered to be the combination of attachment, ignorance, and desire. These three factors are seen as the driving forces behind the cycle of rebirth and suffering.

What is the term used in Buddhism to describe the state of liberation from suffering?

  1. Nirvana

  2. Moksha

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nirvana is the term used in Buddhism to describe the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth. It is the ultimate goal of the Buddhist path.

Which of the following is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Buddhist philosophy?

  1. Physical suffering

  2. Mental suffering

  3. Existential suffering

  4. Pleasure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pleasure is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Buddhist philosophy. Instead, it is seen as a temporary state that is ultimately unsatisfying and can lead to suffering.

The concept of Dukkha is central to which of the following Indian philosophical schools?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Jainism

  3. Hinduism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The concept of Dukkha is central to the philosophies of Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. In each of these traditions, Dukkha is seen as a fundamental aspect of human existence that must be overcome in order to achieve liberation.

What is the term used in Jainism to describe the state of liberation from suffering?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the term used in Jainism to describe the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth. It is the ultimate goal of the Jain path.

Which of the following is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Jainism?

  1. Physical suffering

  2. Mental suffering

  3. Existential suffering

  4. Ignorance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ignorance is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Jainism. Instead, it is seen as the root cause of suffering and must be overcome in order to achieve liberation.

The concept of Dukkha is closely related to which of the following concepts in Hinduism?

  1. Maya

  2. Samsara

  3. Karma

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The concept of Dukkha is closely related to the concepts of Maya, Samsara, and Karma in Hinduism. Maya is the illusion of the world, Samsara is the cycle of rebirth, and Karma is the law of cause and effect. These concepts are all interconnected and contribute to the experience of Dukkha.

What is the term used in Hinduism to describe the state of liberation from suffering?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the term used in Hinduism to describe the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth. It is the ultimate goal of the Hindu path.

Which of the following is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Hinduism?

  1. Physical suffering

  2. Mental suffering

  3. Existential suffering

  4. Pleasure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pleasure is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Hinduism. Instead, it is seen as a temporary state that is ultimately unsatisfying and can lead to suffering.

The concept of Dukkha is a fundamental aspect of which of the following Indian philosophical schools?

  1. Buddhism

  2. Jainism

  3. Hinduism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The concept of Dukkha is a fundamental aspect of the philosophies of Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. In each of these traditions, Dukkha is seen as a fundamental aspect of human existence that must be overcome in order to achieve liberation.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Dukkha?

  1. It is universal

  2. It is caused by attachment

  3. It can be overcome

  4. It is permanent


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dukkha is not permanent. It can be overcome through the practice of the Buddhist path, the Jain path, or the Hindu path.

What is the ultimate goal of the Buddhist path?

  1. Nirvana

  2. Moksha

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the Buddhist path is Nirvana, which is the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

What is the ultimate goal of the Jain path?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the Jain path is Moksha, which is the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

What is the ultimate goal of the Hindu path?

  1. Moksha

  2. Nirvana

  3. Samadhi

  4. Brahman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of the Hindu path is Moksha, which is the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.

Which of the following is not a type of Dukkha in Buddhism?

  1. Physical suffering

  2. Mental suffering

  3. Existential suffering

  4. Pleasure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pleasure is not considered to be a type of Dukkha in Buddhism. Instead, it is seen as a temporary state that is ultimately unsatisfying and can lead to suffering.

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