Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). \[ \text{Assertion (A): The Bhagavatgita preaches four different paths for attaining liberation.} \] \[ \text{Reason (R): It believes that different individuals can choose different paths of liberation as per their capacity.} \] In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

The Bhagavad Gita teaches multiple paths to liberation because spiritual practice may differ according to individual nature and capacity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept:
The Bhagavad Gita presents different spiritual paths for liberation. These paths are suitable for people of different temperaments and capacities.

Step 1: Check Assertion (A).
The Bhagavad Gita teaches different paths such as: \[ \text{Karma Yoga} \] \[ \text{Jnana Yoga} \] \[ \text{Bhakti Yoga} \] \[ \text{Dhyana Yoga} \] So, Assertion (A) is correct.

Step 2: Check Reason (R).
The Reason says that different individuals can choose different paths according to their capacity. This is also correct.

Step 3: Check explanation.
The Gita teaches multiple paths because people have different natures, abilities and spiritual inclinations. Thus, Reason correctly explains Assertion. Hence: \[ \boxed{\text{(A)}} \]