Q. The Fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir under the leadership of
(a) Bindusara
(b) Ashoka
(c) Kunal
(d) Kanishka
Ans: (d) Kanishka
Explanation:
The Fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir under the leadership of (d) Kanishka.
Kanishka, the great Kushan emperor who ruled in the 2nd century CE, was a patron of Buddhism and played a significant role in promoting and supporting the religion. The Fourth Buddhist Council, also known as the Sarvastivada Council, was convened during his reign in Kashmir. The council was an important gathering of Buddhist scholars and monks to preserve and recite the Buddhist scriptures, as well as to discuss and clarify doctrinal matters.
Under Kanishka’s patronage, the Fourth Buddhist Council contributed to the compilation and preservation of Buddhist scriptures and the spread of Buddhist teachings. The council aimed to maintain the purity and integrity of the Buddha’s teachings and ensure their accurate transmission for future generations.
