Ancient Indian History UPPSC 1993 GS-I
Question

Who had given his first preaching in Sarnath?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Mahatma Buddha

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mahatma Buddha”.

Mahatma Buddha gave his first preaching in Sarnath. This event is known as the "Dharmachakra Pravartana" or "Turning of the Wheel of Law".

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