Multiple choice

What is the principal theme of the Ashtashasrika-Prajnaparamita literature of ancient India?

  1. Non-dual nature of the soul

  2. Spiritual principles developed by Bodhisattvas

  3. Principles of Jain penance

  4. Exposition of the yoga postures

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Ashtashasrika Prajnaparamita is a foundational Mahayana Buddhist text composed around 1st century CE. Its principal theme is the spiritual path and philosophy developed by Bodhisattvas - enlightened beings who delay nirvana to help all beings achieve liberation.