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Indian History - General Knowledge Questions
The first Buddhist Council was summoned by
A)
Ashoka
B)
Ajatasatru
C)
Kanishkka
D)
Chandragupta Maurya

Correct Answer :   Ajatasatru

The first Buddhist council is traditionally said to have been held just after Buddha's Parinirvana, and presided over by Mahākāśyapa, one of His most senior disciples, at a cave near Rājagṛha (today's Rajgir) with the support of king Ajāthaśatru.

Published On : June 21, 2021
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