Q. Which of the following contains the Buddha’s discourses on various doctrinal issues in dialogue form?
Red Book
Red Book

[A] Vinaya Pitaka

[B] Sutta Pitaka

[C] Abhidhamma Pitaka

[D] Mahavastu

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: The Sutta Pitaka (Sutra/Basket of Discourses): This contains the Buddha’s discourses on various doctrinal issues in dialogue form.

These texts are also known as ‘Buddhavacana’ or ‘the word of the Buddha’, as it refers to texts that are supposed to contain what the Buddha himself said.

Source: Poonam Dahiya


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