Multiple choice general knowledge history

During which ruler's rule, did First Buddhist Council is held?

  1. Ajatashatru

  2. Kanishka

  3. Asoka

  4. Chandragupta Maurya
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The First Buddhist Council took place around 400 BCE at Rajgriha during King Ajatashatru's reign, shortly after Buddha's death. The council compiled Buddha's teachings. Kanishka convened the Fourth Buddhist Council centuries later, while Asoka hosted the Third Council. Chandragupta Maurya wasn't associated with Buddhist councils.

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