Question

Match List-I with List-II

List-I (Puruṣārtha)	List-II (Description)
(A) Mokṣa	(I) Righteousness
(B) Dharma	(II) Material Well-being
(C) Artha	(III) Liberation from worldly ties
(D) Kāma	(IV) Fulfilment of desires

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
• (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Hint:

For matching questions, handle each pair individually. Write down your matches first (e.g., A-3, B-1) and then look for the option that contains all of your pairings. This reduces confusion and errors.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Conceptual Understanding:
This question requires associating each of the four Puruṣārthas (objectives of human existence) with its accurate definition.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
We will match each term in List-I with its description in List-II.
(A) Mokṣa: This signifies the ultimate objective of spiritual emancipation, liberation from the cycle of rebirth and death, and freedom from worldly attachments. This directly aligns with (III) Liberation from worldly ties.
(B) Dharma: This pertains to one's duties, ethics, moral responsibilities, and virtuous conduct throughout life. This precisely matches (I) Righteousness.
(C) Artha: This encompasses material wealth, prosperity, career advancement, financial security, and economic welfare. This corresponds to (II) Material Well-being.
(D) Kāma: This represents desire, pleasure, passion, emotional satisfaction, and enjoyment of life's sensory experiences. This matches (IV) Fulfilment of desires.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The accurate pairings are: A-III, B-I, C-II, and D-IV. This combination is identified in option (3).