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. Pataliputra
  3. Rajagriha
  4. Malava

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rajagriha

Explanation: The first Buddhist Council was held at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir) shortly after the Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana to preserve his teachings (Dhamma) and discipline (Vinaya) through oral recitation. Other Information: ▪️ Chaired by Mahakassapa, a senior disciple of Buddha. ▪️ Resulted in compilation of Vinaya Pitaka and Sutta Pitaka. ▪️ Ensured the uniformity of Buddhist teachings across regions. ▪️ Important step in the formal organisation of the Sangha (monastic community).