Q. With reference to ancient India, the term “Samannaphala Sutta” was related to?

[A] Buddhism

[B] Jainism

[C] Ajivika

[D] Hinduism

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: A Buddhist text, Samannaphala Sutta, while making a reference to Ajatashatru of Magadha meeting Gautama Buddha, mentions that before his meeting, the former had a philosophical discourse with the leaders of the various sects such as Purana Kassapa, Makkhali Gosala, Ajita Kesakambalin, Pakudha Kachchayana, Sanjaya Belatthiputta and Nigantha Nataputta (Mahavira).

Source: NCERT

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