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The first sermon of Gautam Buddha is called?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mahabhinishkraman
  2. Dharmachakra Pravartana
  3. Dhammaghos
  4. Mahaparinivana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Dharmachakra Pravartana

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Dharmachakra Pravartana. The first sermon delivered by Gautam Buddha at Sarnath (near Varanasi) after attaining enlightenment is known as ‘Dharmachakra Pravartana’ which means ‘Turning of the Wheel of Dharma.’ In this sermon, he introduced the core teachings of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, marking the beginning of the Buddhist Sangha.