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Where did Gautama Buddha deliver his first sermon?

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

Answer options

  1. Bodh Gaya
  2. Shravasti
  3. Sarnath
  4. Vaishali

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sarnath

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Sarnath šŸ“š Explanation: After attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya, Gautama Buddha traveled to Sarnath near Varanasi. There, he delivered his first sermon to his five former companions, an event known as 'Dhammacakkappavattana' (Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in motion). This marked the founding of the Buddhist Sangha.