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Buddhism - Mahajanapadas

1 UPSC Prelims MCQs tagged "Buddhism - Mahajanapadas". Free practice with answer keys, explanations, and timed mock tests on Anantam IAS.

  1. Which states had a relation with Gautama Buddha’s life?

    Which states had a relation with Gautama Buddha's life?

    1. AOnly 1, 2 and 3
    2. BOnly 2 and 4
    3. COnly 3 and 4
    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.