Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Thinkers, Beliefs and Buildings

Question:

After the death of Buddha, where were his teachings compiled by his disciples?

Options:

At a council of "elders" or senior monks at Vesali in present-day Bihar.

At a council of "elders" or senior monks at Kushinagar in present-day Uttar Pradesh.

At a council of "elders" or senior monks at Sarnath in present-day Uttar Pradesh.

At a council of "elders" or senior monks at Vesali in present-day Nepal.

Correct Answer:

At a council of "elders" or senior monks at Vesali in present-day Bihar.

Explanation:

After Buddha's death (c. fifth-fourth century BCE), his teachings were compiled by his disciples at a council of "elders" or senior monks at Vesali (Pali for Vaishali) in present-day Bihar.