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HCS (Haryana)Prelims2023General Studies
Question
Given below are two statements: Statement I: 'Dhamma' is the Prakrit form of the Sanskrit word 'Dharma', meaning according to the context, the universal law or righteousness or, by Social Extension and Religious order as found in Hindu society. Statement II: The term 'Dhamma' was propogated by Ashoka for Buddhism when he adopted the same and started propogating it. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Options
- A Both statements I and II are true
- B Both statements I and II are false.
- C Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
- D Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
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Correct Answer
A Both statements I and II are true
Model Answer
- 'Dhamma' is indeed the Prakrit form of the Sanskrit word 'Dharma', and it carries similar meanings, including the universal law, righteousness, and social and religious order. Statement I is true.
- It was a generalised norm of social behaviour and activities, based on the following fundamental principles:
- Samyam : Mastery of senses
- Satya : Truthfulness
- Saucha : Purity
- Sushrusa : Service
- Sampritipati : Support
- Daan : Charity
- Daya : Kindness
- Dridh-bhakti : Steadfastness of devotion
- Kritjnata : Gratitude
- Apichiti : Reverence
- Bhav-suddhi: Purity of thoughts
- Taking these principles as the foundation, Asoka expounded his policy of Dhamma through his edicts. Hence,Statement II is also true.