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Q: Which Buddhist Council was held soon after the death of Gautam Buddha?
  • A. Fourth
  • B. Third
  • C. Second
  • D. First
Correct Answer: Option D - First Buddhist Council was held soon after Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha around 483BC under the patronage of king Ajatshatru. It was presided over by Mahakshayapa and was held in Saptparni Cave at Rajgriha.
D. First Buddhist Council was held soon after Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha around 483BC under the patronage of king Ajatshatru. It was presided over by Mahakshayapa and was held in Saptparni Cave at Rajgriha.

Explanations:

First Buddhist Council was held soon after Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha around 483BC under the patronage of king Ajatshatru. It was presided over by Mahakshayapa and was held in Saptparni Cave at Rajgriha.