Question

“I have no hesitation in declaring that I owe a great deal to the inspiration that I have derived from the life of the Enlightened One. His love, his boundless love went out as much to the lower animal, to the lowest life as to human beings. And he insisted upon purity of life.” – Mahatma Gandhi
The quote above, attributed to one of the most famous leaders of the Twentieth Century, can most accurately be said to refer to _______________

Group of answer choices

A. The teachings of Siddhartha Buddha

B.The military abilities of Ashoka

C.The unifying abilities of Shi Huang-di

D.The fair-mindedness of Liu Bang

Answer 1

Answer:

The quote above, attributed to one of the most famous leaders of the Twentieth Century, can most accurately be said to refer to A. The teachings of Siddhartha Buddha

Explanation:

Mahtama Gandhi is known as the founding father of India and for living a life based on simplicity. He shunned many of the modern world's luxuries and used to wear a one cloth piece to identify with the poor and hungry.

In this statement he is referring tot he "enlightened One' which is historically attributed to Siddhartha Buddha. Buddhha was a famous prince who left his royal palace and wandered into the forests in order to find the answer and meaning of life.

While meditating under a tree, he finally attained Enlightenment and traveled over the land to teach his message.