NDA2015General AbilityGeneral StudiesActual
Which one of the following is the common element among Rajagriha, Vaishali and Pataliputra ?
Options
- APali canon of the Sthaviravadins was compiled there
- BAshokan Major Rock Edicts were found there
- CPlaces where Buddhist Councils were held
- DPlaces associated with the compilation of Buddhist canons of the Mahasanghikas
Correct answer
C. Places where Buddhist Councils were held
Step-by-step solution
The First Buddhist council immediately following the death of the Buddha and the Second Buddhist council in the reign of Ashoka occurred in Patliputra and Rajgira. The Second Buddhist Council occurred in Vaisali.