In the light of the Buddhist system of education a student was expected to follow the Das Sikha Padani. Which of the following do not represent the code of conduct?

1.To avoid food at odd times.

2.To avoid untrue speech.

3.To relish music and dance.

4.To avoid stealing.

5.To accept gifts in charity.

A1 & 2

B2 & 3

C3 & 4

D3 & 5 ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 3 & 5

Explanation

The Das Sikha Padani are ten precepts of restraint expected of a Buddhist student.

Relishing music and dance, in Statement 3, goes against these precepts and does not belong to the code.

Accepting gifts in charity, in Statement 5, also violates the precepts and stands outside the code.

Avoiding food at odd times, in Statement 1, is genuinely part of the code.

Avoiding untrue speech and avoiding stealing, in Statements 2 and 4, are true precepts.

These precepts shaped the disciplined monastic life at centres like Nalanda.

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