Q169
Who among the following presided over the Buddhist council held during the reign of Kanishka at Kashmir?
A.
Parsva
B.
Vasumitra
AnswerC.
Nagarjuna
D.
Sudraka
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The fourth Buddhist council was held in 72 AD at Kundalvana, Kashmir. It was presided by Vasumitra, while Asvaghosa was his deputy. The council was held under the patronage of Kushan King Kanishka of Kushan Empire. Buddhism was divided into two sects namely Mahayana and Hinayana.