Question

On the basis of the statements given below, which valid assumption(s) can be made? Statements: Life has suffering. Desire is the cause of suffering. The end of desire is the end of suffering. Desire can be reduced by following the noble eightfold path. Assumptions: 1. Suffering is because of wants.
2. Life is not always full of suffering.
3. The eightfold path can reduce suffering.
4. Suffering is caused by life.

• A. Only 1, 3, and 4
• B. Only 1, 2, and 3
• C. Only 1 and 4
• D. Only 2 and 3

Hint:

For assumption questions, match each assumption with the given statements for logical consistency.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Analyzing each assumption:
1. "Suffering is because of wants" aligns with "Desire is the cause of suffering."
2. "Life is not always full of suffering" is valid because "Life has suffering" does not imply it is constant.
3. "The eightfold path can reduce suffering" is directly supported by "Desire can be reduced by following the noble eightfold path."
4. "Suffering is caused by life" is not valid; while life has suffering, the cause is identified as desire.
Thus, only assumptions 1, 2, and 3 are valid.