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Question

Which one of the following Upanishad's contains the dialogue of Nachiketa and Yama on spiritual knowledge?

  1. Brihadaranyaka upanishad
  2. Chandogya upanishad
  3. Katha upanishad
  4. Kena upanishad

Answer:

Option D: Kena upanishad

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kena upanishad”.

The Katha Upanishad is renowned for its profound dialogue between Nachiketa, a young boy, and Yama, the god of death. This philosophical discussion explores the nature of life, death, and the ultimate reality (Brahman).