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Which of the following statements is NOT correct about 'Purusharthas' in Indian philosophy?
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- 1The earliest historical mention of all four Purusharthas is found in Kautilya's Arthashastra.✓
- 2Purusharthas represent a synthesis between material progress and spiritual goals.
- 3They were conceived to balance material life (Pravritti) and spiritual renunciation (Nivritti).
- 4Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha together constitute the four Purusharthas.
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The earliest historical mention of all four Purusharthas is found in Kautilya's Arthashastra.
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