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What was the name of the mother of Gautama Buddha?

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The correct answer is Mahamaya

The correct answer is Mahamaya.

The other options provided are not associated with this significant historical figure. According to tradition, she had a dream of a white elephant entering her side, which was interpreted as a sign that she would give birth to a great being. She gave birth to Siddhartha in Lumbini while traveling to her parental home. Sadly, she passed away seven days after giving birth, and her sister Mahapajapati Gotami then raised Siddhartha.

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