Where Was the First Buddhist Council Held?
Answer – The first Buddhist council was held at Rājagṛha, or Rajgir, which is an ancient city in present-day Bihar, India.
Explanation:
The council is also known as the Council of Rajagrha and was held at the Sattapanni caves following the Buddha’s death (or around 400 BC).
The primary purpose of the council was to preserve and recite the Buddha’s teachings, called Suttas, and the monastic discipline and guidelines for monks (Vinaya). The Suttas and the Vinaya were recited by the Buddha’s disciples, Ananda and Upali, respectively.
