Previous year MCQs

Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1992 GS-I
Question

"You have the control over the Karma, but not on the result of Karma" is said in which of the following text?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Gita

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Gita”.
In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna advises Arjuna that one should focus on performing their duties and actions (Karma) without attachment to the results or outcomes. This teaching emphasizes the importance of duty and action over the fruits of one's actions.

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