Question
Easy
Consider the statements (A) and (B) about Mahayana Buddhism and choose the correct answer. (A) In this form of Buddhism, Buddha's presence in sculptures was shown using certain signs. (B) The belief in Bodhisattvas emerged with the coming of Mahayana Buddhism.
1
(A) is true, (B) is false.
2
(A) is false, (B) is true.
3
Both (A) and (B) are true.
4
Both (A) and (B) are false.
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P2
Chapter: Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic: Rise of Jainism & Buddhism
Correct Answer
Option C
Explanation
Option 3 is the correct answer, which states that both statements (A) and (B) are true. Let's explore why this is the case: 1. Explanation for Statement (A): - In Mahayana Buddhism, the depiction of Buddha underwent significant changes. Initially, in early Buddhist art, Buddha was represented through symbols such as the Bodhi tree, an empty throne, or footprints, rather than in human form. However, with the advent of MahayanaтАжRead More
Similar Questions from REET Exam - Paper 1 - Year 2018
Question 1
Easy
Source :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Which one of the following is not among the three jewels of Buddhism ?
Chapter :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic :
Rise of Jainism & Buddhism
Question 2
Easy
Source :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Under the Mahayana Buddhism :
Chapter :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic :
Rise of Jainism & Buddhism
Question 3
Easy
Source :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Which of the following statements about Jatakas is correct ?
Chapter :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic :
Rise of Jainism & Buddhism
Question 4
Easy
Source :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Which of the following statements are true about Buddha's teachings? A. Our sufferings and unhappiness are a result of our past births. B. Our sufferingsтАж
Chapter :
Ancient India: Prehistoric to Post-Gupta
Topic :
Rise of Jainism & Buddhism