Ancient History PYQ 41 of 208 · Buddhism

Which of the following rulers convened the Fourth Buddhist Council in Kashmir?

  1. AAshoka
  2. BAjatashatru
  3. CKanishka
  4. DKalashoka
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (c) Kanishka

Explanation

Kundalvan in Kashmir, under Kanishka. Vasumitra presided with Ashvaghosha as deputy; the commentaries produced are the Vibhasha Shastra.

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