Question
Who played an important role in distribution of Gautama Buddha's sarira-dhatu (relics) after his Mahaparinirvana?
The correct answer is
Drona
According to the Mahaparinibbana Sutta, the brahmin Dona (Drona) mediated the dispute and divided the relics into eight shares. The brahmin of Vethadipa was one of the eight recipients. Dona himself received the vessel used for the division, while the Moriyas of Pipphalivana later received the ashes.
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Important Questions from Buddhism
- Which Buddhist scripture explicitly states "All dhammas are without self," affirming the doctrine of Anatta?
- Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
LIST-I LIST-II A. Madhyamika School I. Upali B. The Vinaya School II. Mahadeva C. The Caityavada School III. Maitreya D. The Yogacara School IV. Nagarjuna
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
LIST-I LIST-II A. Khuddak - Nikaya I. Samyutta - Nikaya B. Sutta Pitaka II. Mahavagga C. Khandhaka III. Yamaka D. Abhidhamma - Pitak IV. Patisambhida
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - According to epigraphical evidences Nagarjuna Konda was the centre of following Buddhist Schools?
A. Mahaviharavasin
B. Mahisasaka
C. Bahusrutiya
D. Aparmahavanaseliya
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: - Who among the following was Buddha's foster mother?
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