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Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 103

Complete the statement:The Saga Dawa festival is important for Mahayana Buddhists as it celebrates the .....

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the major events in the life of Gautam Buddha that are celebrated in Buddhism.

Correct Answer: D) All of above.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Explanations:
  • Birth of Gautam Buddha: According to Buddhist tradition, Gautam Buddha was born in Lumbini, Nepal, under the full moon of the fourth month of the lunar calendar. This event marks the beginning of his journey towards enlightenment and the establishment of Buddhism.
  • Enlightenment of Gautam Buddha: After years of meditation and spiritual practice, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India. This event is celebrated as the moment when he realized the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, which form the core teachings of Buddhism.
  • Attainment of Nirvana by Gautam Buddha: The final event commemorated during the Saga Dawa festival is the attainment of Nirvana by Gautam Buddha. This occurred in Kushinagar, India, where he passed away after teaching for 45 years. Nirvana is the ultimate state of liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, which is the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice.
    • Option Analysis:
    • Option A: This option is partially correct as the birth of Gautam Buddha is indeed celebrated during the Saga Dawa festival. However, it does not encompass the full significance of the festival.
    • Option B: This option is also partially correct as the enlightenment of Gautam Buddha is celebrated during the Saga Dawa festival. However, it does not cover all the events celebrated.
    • Option C: This option is partially correct as the attainment of Nirvana by Gautam Buddha is celebrated during the Saga Dawa festival. However, it does not cover all the events celebrated.
    • Option D: This option is correct as the Saga Dawa festival celebrates all three major events in the life of Gautam Buddha: his birth, enlightenment, and attainment of Nirvana.

    Mnemonic: BEN: Birth, Enlightenment, Nirvana

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