GK Question

history medium true_false

The Fourth Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir under Kanishka's patronage.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

The Fourth Buddhist Council (c. 72 CE) was held at Kundalavana in Kashmir under Kushana emperor Kanishka. It was presided by Vasumitra and led to the division of Buddhism into Mahayana and Hinayana sects. [[30]]

Topic Buddhism & Jainism
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway