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With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements

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With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements:
1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to Hinayana sect of Buddhism.
2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one on his way to enlightenment.
3. Bodhisattva delays achieving his own salvation to help all sentient beings on their path to it.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)

1 only

(b)

2 and 3 only

(c)

2 only

(d)

1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Bodhisattva in Buddhism is one who seeks awakening or enlightenment. This concept is central to Mahayana sect of Buddhism. In Mahayana Buddhism, bodhisattva refers to a human being committed to the attainment of enlightenment for the sake of others. A Bodhisattva may delay achieving his own salvation to help all sentient beings on their path to it. Tikdam: