Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings

Question:

Who were considered as 'theravadins'?

Options:

Those who could ensure salvation.

Those who followed the path of old, respected teachers.

Those who accumulated merit through their efforts.

Those who could abandon the world.

Correct Answer:

Those who followed the path of old, respected teachers.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Those who followed the path of old, respected teachers.

The followers of the older path of Buddhism referred to themselves as "theravadins," indicating their commitment to the teachings of venerable teachers, or "theras."