The Four Noble Truths are a central teaching of which religion?

• A. Buddhism
• B. Hinduism
• C. Islam
• D. Judaism

Answer: (A)

The Four Noble Truths are a central teaching of Buddhism. They explain the experience of suffering, why it happens, that it can end, and the practical way to end it. Specifically, they teach that life involves suffering, suffering comes from craving and attachment, there is a way to end suffering, and that way is the Eightfold Path—which guides right views, intentions, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration. This framework shapes Buddhist beliefs, meditation, and daily conduct. The other religions listed have different foundational ideas: Hinduism centers on ideas like dharma, karma, and moksha; Islam emphasizes submitting to God and following the Five Pillars; Judaism focuses on covenant, Torah, and ethical law.