With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term "Bodhisattva"?
1
A Bodhisattva is any person who is on the path towards Buddhahood.
2
The earliest text of Theravada Buddhism.
3
The rules for Buddhist sanghas.
4
The statue of Budhha represents the bodily state of Shakyamuni Buddha before attaining enlightenment.