Question

Which of the following places are associated with the life of the Buddha?

(i) Lumbini

(ii) Kapilvastu

(iii) Bodh Gaya

(iv) Sarnath

Options

• i and iii

• ii, iii, iv

• i, ii, iii, iv

• ii and iv

Answer 1

i, ii, iii, iv

Explanation:

1. Lumbini is a Buddhist temple in Lumbini (birthplace of the Buddha)
2. Kapilvastu is a Hindu temple in Kapilvastu (the Buddha was brought up here)
3. Bodh Gaya is a Buddhist pilgrimage site in India (the Buddha attained enlightenment here)
4. Sarnath is a city in India (the Buddha delivered his first religious discourse here)