Question

Gautam Buddha was born in _____.
A. Lumbini
B. Vaishali
C. Bodh Gaya
D. Patliputra

Answer 1

Hint:The Buddha (otherwise called Siddhartha Gautama or Siddhārtha Gautama or Buddha Shakyamuni) was a scholar, meditator, spiritual instructor, and religious pioneer who lived in Ancient India (c. fifth to fourth century BCE). He was born in Nepal and is credited as the founding father of the Buddhism religion.

Complete answer:
Lumbini: Siddhartha Gautama, the Lord Buddha, was brought into the world in 623 B.C. in the renowned gardens of Lumbini, Nepal. Among the devotees of Buddha was the Indian ruler Ashoka, who raised one of his dedicatory pillars committed to him.

Vaishali: Mahavira, the originator of Jainism, was brought into the world in Vaishali, Bihar, and resided there most of this life. This place was also important for Buddhism as The Buddha additionally visited the city on numerous occasions.

Bodh Gaya: Bodh Gaya and in modern-day Gaya is a place situated in Bihar. It is renowned as the site where Gautama Buddha is said to have achieved his Enlightenment. It is an important destination for both the Buddhist community and Hindu communities.

Patliputra: Chanakya was a brahmin by birth and an incredible scholar. He came into the world in Patliputra(Patna) his native and original name was Vishnugupta. He was called Chanakya in honor of his father's name 'Chanak'. He was likewise called Kautilya on the grounds that he was extremely cunning.

Hence, the correct answer is option (A).

Note:Some important Buddhist monasteries in India are Tabo Monastery ( Himachal Pradesh), Tawang Monastery ( Arunachal Pradesh), and others. The Mauryan empire was deeply influenced by Buddhism.