Which states had a relation with Gautama Buddha’s life?
Which states had a relation with Gautama Buddha's life?
- AOnly 1, 2 and 3
- BOnly 2 and 4
- COnly 3 and 4
- DOnly 1, 3 and 4
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C
Buddha spent most of his teaching life in the eastern Gangetic plain, especially Kosala (Sravasti, where King Prasenajit was a patron) and Magadha (Rajgriha, where Bimbisara and Ajatashatru patronised him). Avanti and Gandhara lay outside his sphere of activity and aren't connected to his life, so only Kosala and Magadha qualify.