WBCS.LIVE practice question

Where was the first Buddhist Council held?

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

Answer options

  1. Vaisali
  2. Pataliputa
  3. Rajagriha
  4. Malava

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rajagriha

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C. Rajagriha šŸ“š Explanation: The first Buddhist Council was held in 483 BCE at the Saptaparni cave in Rajagriha. It took place shortly after the death of Gautama Buddha and was presided over by Mahakasyapa. The goal was to preserve the Buddha's teachings and monastic rules. The council was held under the patronage of King Ajatashatru of the Haryanka dynasty.