Multiple choice

In which of the following ancient towns was the great council held soon after the 'nirvana' of Buddha to codify his doctrines?

  1. Kusinagara

  2. Girivraja

  3. Bodh Gaya

  4. Sarnath
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Explanation

The First Buddhist Council was held at Rajagriha (modern Girivraja) soon after Buddha's nirvana under the patronage of King Ajatashatru. Kusinagara is where Buddha attained parinirvana (died), Bodh Gaya is where he attained enlightenment, and Sarnath is where he gave his first sermon. The councils were specifically convened to codify Buddhist teachings.

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