According to Buddhist teachings, which of the following statements is true of karma?
a. It is the law of the cause and effect of actions.
b. It is the endless cycle of wandering.
c. It is the pure land.
d. It is the extinction of desire.
a. It is the law of the cause and effect of actions.
Analysis:
a. Correct. The universe operates by karma ("actions"), the law of the cause and effect of actions done by sentient (with senses) beings.
b, c & d. Incorrect. Many Indian religions in the fifth century C.E. had several basic beliefs about an unseen spiritual reality that formed a common worldview.
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