Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Buddhist councils”:
1.The First Buddhist Council was held at Rajgriha after Buddha’s death.
2.The Second Buddhist Council met at Vaishali a century after Buddha’s death.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
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.
- The Second Buddhist Council met at Vaishali a century after Buddha’s death.
Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT
