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Prelims 2018 · Ancient History · Question 74

With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?

  1. Avalokiteshvara
  2. Lokesvara
  3. Maitreya
  4. Padmapani

Answer

Maitreya

  • (a) Avalokiteshvara: A major Bodhisattva of compassion in Mahayana Buddhism, not the future Buddha. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Lokesvara: Another name/title associated with Avalokiteshvara, not the future Buddha. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Maitreya: In Buddhist tradition, Maitreya is the future Buddha who is yet to appear and save/guide the world. Verdict: Correct.
  • (d) Padmapani: Also an epithet/form of Avalokiteshvara, not the future Buddha. Verdict: Incorrect.
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