Multiple choice general knowledge history

The earliest full biography of Buddha is...

  1. Lalitavistara Sutra

  2. Buddhacarita

  3. Mahavastu

  4. Nidanakatha
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Explanation

The Buddhacarita, written by Ashvaghosha in the 1st or 2nd century CE, is considered the earliest full biography of Buddha. It is a Sanskrit mahakavya (epic poem) that chronicles the Buddha's life from his birth as Prince Siddhartha to his enlightenment and teaching career. While other texts like Lalitavistara and Mahavastu contain biographical material, Buddhacarita is recognized as the most systematic early biography.

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