Question
Download Solution PDFThe first Buddhist Council was held at ________
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Rajgriha.
Key Points
- The council was held in the Sattapani cave at Rajgriha. It was presided by Mahakasyapa, a monk with the support of king Ajathasatru.
- The council was held with the purpose of preserving Buddha's teachings (Sutta) and rules for disciples.
- During this council, the teachings of Buddha were divided into three Pitakas.
- The Suttas were recited by Ananda, and the Vinaya was recited by Upali.
Additional Information
| Second council | Vaishali | Kalashoka |
| Third Council | Patliputra | Ashoka |
| Fourth Council | Kashmir | Kanishka |
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