Which of the following best describes Sri Krishna's initial guidance of Arjuna in the second chapter of the Bhagwad Gita?

Correct option is B

In Chapter 2 of the Bhagavad Gita (Sankhya Yoga), Krishna's primary teaching to overcome Arjuna's grief and confusion is the concept of the eternal, imperishable self (Atman). Krishna explains that the soul is eternal, never born and never dies, is unchangeable and indestructible. This philosophical foundation helps Arjuna understand that while bodies may perish, the true self is beyond death, providing the basis for his subsequent teachings on duty and action.

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1. Atman Concept: Krishna teaches "nainam chindanti shastrani" (weapons cannot cut it) - the self is beyond physical destruction
2. Body-Soul Distinction: Compares the soul changing bodies to a person changing worn-out clothes - the body changes but the self remains constant
3. Beyond Grief: This teaching specifically addresses Arjuna's grief about killing his relatives by explaining the immortal nature of the soul
4. Foundation for Karma Yoga: Understanding the eternal self provides the philosophical basis for performing duty without attachment
5. Sankhya Philosophy: Chapter 2 introduces Sankhya (discriminative knowledge) distinguishing the perishable from the imperishable