Q. Consider the following statements regarding Ajatashatru:
1.The Buddha died during his reign.
2.Arranged the first Buddhist council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Ajathashatru was Son of Bimbisara, being impatient to rule Magadha, is believed to have killed his father and seized the throne.

  • Most powerful and aggressive ruler of Haryanka dynasty and followed his father’s expansionist policy through military conquest.
  • The Buddha died during his reign; he arranged the first Buddhist council.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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