Q. Consider the following statements regarding Buddhist Council:
1.The First Buddhist Council was held at Rajgriha after Buddha’s death.
2.First Buddhist council was headed by Ananda.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: After the death of Buddha, the tenets and other aspects of Buddhism were decided upon in the councils of Buddhist monks.

  • Over a period, four Buddhist councils were held.
  • The First Buddhist Council was held at Rajgriha after Buddha’s death. It was headed by Upali.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT


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