Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following sites is associated to the birth of Gautama Buddha?

Options:

Sarnath

Lumbini

Kushinagar

Bodh Gaya

Correct Answer:

Lumbini

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- Lumbini

Lumbini is associated to the birth of Gautama Buddha. It is located in the modern-day country of Nepal. Lumbini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is visited by millions of pilgrims from all over the world each year.

Sarnath, Kushinagar, and Bodh Gaya are also important Buddhist sites. Sarnath is the place where Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Kushinagar is the place where Buddha died. Bodh Gaya is the place where Buddha attained enlightenment.