Question

which best describes a central idea of hinduism?

people are reborn based on the karma they show in life.

faith in god gives the true believer salvation after death.

the source of all human suffering is found in selfish desires.

a pilgrimage must be made at least once during a lifetime.

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Explanation:

• Option 1: Reincarnation (rebirth) based on karma is a core Hindu concept. Karma determines the form of rebirth.
• Option 2: Salvation via faith in God is more associated with Abrahamic religions (e.g., Christianity, Islam) than Hinduism.
• Option 3: The idea of suffering from selfish desires is a Buddhist concept (Four Noble Truths), not central to Hinduism.
• Option 4: While pilgrimages are part of Hindu practice, they are not a central, defining idea of Hinduism, and there’s no mandate for a pilgrimage “at least once” as a core tenet.

Answer:

A. People are reborn based on the karma they show in life.