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Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

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UPSC CSP Previous Year Paper (2013)

The extinction of the flame of desire

The complete annihilation of self

A state of bliss and rest

A mental stage beyond all comprehension

Buddhism defines Nirvana as being free from desire, pain, pleasure etc. It is like an extinction of flame.

Extinction of the ‘thirst’ does not mean self-annihilation, because there is no self in Buddhism.