Buddhists believe that .....

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism.

Correct Answer: B) Desire is the cause of human suffering.

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Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

The truth of suffering (Dukkha): Life is characterized by suffering, dissatisfaction, and impermanence.

The truth of the cause of suffering (Samudaya): Suffering arises from craving or desire (Tanha). This includes the desire for sensual pleasures, the desire to continue existing, and the desire to avoid unpleasant experiences.

The truth of the cessation of suffering (Nirodha): Suffering can be ended by eliminating craving and desire.

The truth of the path leading to the cessation of suffering (Magga): The path to the cessation of suffering is the Noble Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This option is incorrect. Buddhism does not believe that all people are inherently evil. Instead, it focuses on the nature of suffering and the path to liberation from it.
Option B: This option is correct. According to Buddhist philosophy, desire (Tanha) is the root cause of human suffering (Dukkha). This is a central tenet of the Four Noble Truths.
Option C: This option is incorrect. The sacredness of the cow is a belief in Hinduism, not Buddhism. Buddhism does not have a specific belief about the sacredness of cows.
Option D: This option is incorrect. Buddhism emphasizes compassion and helping others as part of the path to enlightenment. It does not advocate for people not to help one another.

Mnemonic: Dukkha-Tanha: Suffering-Desire

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