Multiple choice general knowledge history

Which city was called by Budda as "the ancient city" ?

  1. Agra

  2. Pune

  3. Delhi

  4. Benares

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Benares (Varanasi) was referred to by Buddha as 'the ancient city' in Buddhist scriptures. It is one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities and was already a major religious and cultural center when Buddha delivered his first sermon at nearby Sarnath. Buddha praised its ancient spiritual significance.