Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Ancient History

Question:

Where did Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment?

Options:

Kushinagara

Sarnath

Lumbini

Pava

Correct Answer:

Sarnath

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2- Sarnath

Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment at Sarnath, India.
Sarnath is a town located in the present-day state of Uttar Pradesh. It is located about 13 kilometers northeast of Varanasi, a major city in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

According to Buddhist tradition, Buddha delivered his first sermon in Sarnath to five of his former companions who had abandoned him after he left the palace to seek enlightenment. In his sermon, Buddha taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, which are the core teachings of Buddhism.