In the light of Buddhist system of education students was expected to follow ‘Das Sikha Padam’. Which of the following does not represent the code of conduct:-

(A) To avoid food at odd times

(B) To avoid untrue speech

(C) To relish music and dance

(D) To avoid stealing

(E) To accept gifts in charity

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is C & E.

Explanation:
In the Buddhist system of education, novice monks (Samaneras) and students were required to strictly adhere to a code of conduct known as the 'Das Sikha Padam' (The Ten Precepts). These precepts serve as the moral foundation for spiritual and academic growth. The ten vows include:

1. Refraining from destroying life (Ahimsā).
2. Refraining from stealing (To avoid stealing - Option D).
3. Refraining from unchastity (Celibacy).
4. Refraining from lying (To avoid untrue speech - Option B).
5. Refraining from taking intoxicants.
6. Refraining from eating at inappropriate times or after midday (To avoid food at odd times - Option A).
7. Refraining from dancing, singing, music, and watching theatrical shows.
8. Refraining from using perfumes, cosmetics, and ornaments.
9. Refraining from sleeping on luxurious or high beds.
10. Refraining from accepting gold, silver, or money (gifts/charity).

Based on these ten precepts:
- Option (C) 'To relish music and dance' contradicts Precept 7, which explicitly requires abstaining from music, singing, and dancing.
- Option (E) 'To accept gifts in charity' contradicts Precept 10, which requires abstaining from accepting monetary gifts, gold, or silver.

Therefore, statements (C) and (E) do not represent the code of conduct expected of Buddhist students under 'Das Sikha Padam'.